Khetar Kanyal - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Khetar Kanyal is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khetar Kanyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetar Kanyal is 049200. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.07 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khetar Kanyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kanyal
According to the 2011 Census, Khetar Kanyal village had a total population of 920 people, including 442 males and 478 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 62.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 347, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 920 | 442 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 82 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 315 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 127 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Khetar Kanyal
Khetar Kanyal 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 Kanyal
Khetar Kanyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kanyal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khetar Kanyal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetar Kanyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetar Kanyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khetar Kanyal
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 Kanyal 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 Kanyal
Where is Khetar Kanyal located?
Khetar Kanyal village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khetar Kanyal?
Khetar Kanyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khetar Kanyal?
The pincode of Khetar Kanyal is 262551.
What is the population of Khetar Kanyal?
Khetar Kanyal had a total population of 920, including 442 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Khetar Kanyal?
Khetar Kanyal had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetar Kanyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetar Kanyal was 73.97%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 62.38%.