Khet - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Khet is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khet is 049119. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.56 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Khet village had a total population of 504 people, including 258 males and 246 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.23%, with male literacy at 93.59% and female literacy at 70.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 504 | 258 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 219 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 39 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Khet
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 Khet
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khet.
| 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 Dharchula to Khet is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khet is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Khet
Where is Khet located?
Khet village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khet?
Khet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khet?
The pincode of Khet is 262545.
What is the population of Khet?
Khet had a total population of 504, including 258 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Khet?
Khet had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khet was 82.23%. Male literacy was 93.59% and female literacy was 70.82%.