Kana Khet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Kana Khet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jakhrawat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kana Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kana Khet is 049610. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.12 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kana Khet 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 Kana Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Kana Khet village had a total population of 21 people, including 10 males and 11 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 72.73%.
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 | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Kana Khet
Kana Khet 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 Kana Khet
Kana Khet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kana Khet is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kana Khet is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kana Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kana Khet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kana Khet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kana Khet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kana Khet
Where is Kana Khet located?
Kana Khet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kana Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kana Khet is Jakhrawat.
What is the pincode of Kana Khet?
The pincode of Kana Khet is 262531.
What is the population of Kana Khet?
Kana Khet had a total population of 21, including 10 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Kana Khet?
Kana Khet had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kana Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kana Khet was 80.95%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 72.73%.