Kalet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Kalet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chachrait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalet is 049750. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.65 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Kalet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalet
According to the 2011 Census, Kalet village had a total population of 33 people, including 16 males and 17 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.87%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kalet
Kalet is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalet
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kalet. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kalet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kalet is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kalet is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalet
Where is Kalet located?
Kalet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalet is Chachrait.
What is the pincode of Kalet?
The pincode of Kalet is 262534.
What is the population of Kalet?
Kalet had a total population of 33, including 16 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Kalet?
Kalet had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalet was 83.87%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.