Rani Khet - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Rani Khet is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ranikhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rani Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rani Khet is 049162. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.02 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Rani Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rani Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Rani Khet village had a total population of 615 people, including 320 males and 295 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 65.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 615 | 320 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 46 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 247 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 73 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Rani Khet
Rani Khet 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 Rani Khet
Public transport in the Rani Khet 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 Rani Khet is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Rani Khet is about 71 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 Rani Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rani Khet 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 Rani Khet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rani Khet 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 Rani Khet
Where is Rani Khet located?
Rani Khet village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rani Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Rani Khet is Ranikhet.
What is the pincode of Rani Khet?
The pincode of Rani Khet is 262551.
What is the population of Rani Khet?
Rani Khet had a total population of 615, including 320 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Rani Khet?
Rani Khet had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rani Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rani Khet was 77.78%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 65.04%.