Tarkhet - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Tarkhet is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chitgal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkhet is 049296. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.19 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Tarkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Tarkhet
As per Census 2011, Tarkhet village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 61 males and 60 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarkhet are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkhet
Tarkhet 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 Tarkhet
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tarkhet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Tarkhet is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tarkhet is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkhet 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tarkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkhet 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarkhet
Where is Tarkhet located?
Tarkhet village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarkhet is Chitgal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Tarkhet?
The pincode of Tarkhet is 262551.
What is the population of Tarkhet?
Tarkhet has a total population of 121, including 61 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Tarkhet?
There are 30 households in Tarkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkhet is 67.77%. Male literacy is 75.41% and female literacy is 60.00%.