Khet
About Khet
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khet village is 049119. Khet village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Khet village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 198.56 hectares. Khet has a total population of 504 peoples, out of which male population is 258 while female population is 246. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khet village is 76.19% out of which 84.88% males and 67.07% females are literate. There are about 133 houses in khet village. Pincode of khet village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Khet village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khet village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to khet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Khet
The population details of Khet cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 258 | 246 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 219 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 39 | 81 |
Connectivity of Khet
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khet
Where is Khet located?
Khet village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khet?
Khet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khet?
The pincode of Khet is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khet is 504, with 258 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Khet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khet village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khet is 76.19%. The male literacy rate is 84.88%, while the female literacy rate is 67.07%.