Kheeri - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Kheeri is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kheeri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheeri is 049252. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.57 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kheeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kheeri
As per Census 2011, Kheeri village has a total population of 201 people, consisting of 96 males and 105 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kheeri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 18 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kheeri
Kheeri 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 Kheeri
Public transport in the Kheeri 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 Kheeri is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kheeri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheeri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kheeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kheeri
Where is Kheeri located?
Kheeri village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheeri?
Kheeri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kheeri?
The pincode of Kheeri is 262551.
What is the population of Kheeri?
Kheeri has a total population of 201, including 96 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Kheeri?
There are 57 households in Kheeri.
What is the literacy rate in Kheeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheeri is 69.65%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 59.05%.