Khetar Bhandari - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Khetar Bhandari is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khetar Kanyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetar Bhandari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetar Bhandari is 049201. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.07 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khetar Bhandari 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 Khetar Bhandari
According to the 2011 Census, Khetar Bhandari village had a total population of 175 people, including 89 males and 86 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.05%, with male literacy at 91.36% and female literacy at 65.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 15 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Khetar Bhandari
Khetar Bhandari 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 Khetar Bhandari
Public transport in the Khetar Bhandari 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 Khetar Bhandari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khetar Bhandari is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetar Bhandari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetar Bhandari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khetar Bhandari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetar Bhandari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khetar Bhandari
Where is Khetar Bhandari located?
Khetar Bhandari village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetar Bhandari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetar Bhandari is Khetar Kanyal.
What is the pincode of Khetar Bhandari?
The pincode of Khetar Bhandari is 262551.
What is the population of Khetar Bhandari?
Khetar Bhandari had a total population of 175, including 89 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Khetar Bhandari?
Khetar Bhandari had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetar Bhandari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetar Bhandari was 78.05%. Male literacy was 91.36% and female literacy was 65.06%.