Lakhati Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Lakhati Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lakhati Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhati Gaon is 049288. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.1 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Lakhati Gaon 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 Lakhati Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhati Gaon village had a total population of 344 people, including 167 males and 177 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.19%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 55.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 344 | 167 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 126 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 41 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhati Gaon
Lakhati Gaon 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 Lakhati Gaon
Lakhati Gaon 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 Lakhati Gaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Lakhati Gaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhati Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhati Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhati Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhati Gaon 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 Lakhati Gaon
Where is Lakhati Gaon located?
Lakhati Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakhati Gaon?
Lakhati Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhati Gaon?
The pincode of Lakhati Gaon is 262551.
What is the population of Lakhati Gaon?
Lakhati Gaon had a total population of 344, including 167 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Lakhati Gaon?
Lakhati Gaon had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhati Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhati Gaon was 71.19%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 55.28%.