Mani Khet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Mani Khet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Budera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mani Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mani Khet is 049656. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.86 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Mani 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 Mani Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Mani Khet village had a total population of 28 people, including 15 males and 13 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.96%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Mani Khet
Mani 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 Mani Khet
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mani Khet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Mani Khet is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Mani Khet is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mani Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mani Khet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mani 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 Mani Khet 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mani Khet
Where is Mani Khet located?
Mani Khet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mani Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Mani Khet is Budera.
What is the pincode of Mani Khet?
The pincode of Mani Khet is 262531.
What is the population of Mani Khet?
Mani Khet had a total population of 28, including 15 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Mani Khet?
Mani Khet had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mani Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mani Khet was 86.96%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.