Tarkhet
Tarkhet is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chitgal Gaon is the gram panchayat of Tarkhet village.
Here you can discover what makes Tarkhet unique in its vibrant Didihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Tarkhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tarkhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarkhet is 049296. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262551. Didihat is nearest town to Tarkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Tarkhet
Population of Tarkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkhet has a total population of about 121, with approximately 61 males and 60 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.77%, with male literacy at about 75.41% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 30 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarkhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
Connectivity of Tarkhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarkhet. As per the 2011 stats, Tarkhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarkhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarkhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarkhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarkhet
- Where is Tarkhet located?
- Tarkhet village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarkhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tarkhet is Chitgal Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tarkhet?
- The pincode of Tarkhet is 262551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarkhet is 121, with 61 males and 60 females.
- How many households are there in Tarkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarkhet village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarkhet is 67.77%. The male literacy rate is 75.41%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.