Khitkari - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Khitkari is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sawali Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khitkari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khitkari is 049463. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.3 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khitkari 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 Khitkari
According to the 2011 Census, Khitkari village had a total population of 32 people, including 18 males and 14 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Khitkari
Khitkari 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 Khitkari
Public transport in the Khitkari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Khitkari is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khitkari 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 Khitkari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khitkari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khitkari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khitkari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khitkari
Where is Khitkari located?
Khitkari village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khitkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khitkari is Sawali Sera.
What is the pincode of Khitkari?
The pincode of Khitkari is 262543.
What is the population of Khitkari?
Khitkari had a total population of 32, including 18 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Khitkari?
Khitkari had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khitkari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khitkari was 90.00%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 83.33%.