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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khet
As per Census 2011, Khet village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 258 males and 246 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khet are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 504, including 258 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Khet?
There are 133 households in Khet.
What is the literacy rate in Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khet is 76.19%. Male literacy is 84.88% and female literacy is 67.07%.