Kani Khet - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kani Khet is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jajut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kani Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kani Khet is 050046. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.72 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Kani Khet 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kani Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Kani Khet village had a total population of 10 people, including 4 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% 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 | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kani Khet
Kani 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 Kani Khet
Public transport in the Kani Khet is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Kani Khet is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kani Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kani Khet 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kani 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 Kani Khet 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 Kani Khet
Where is Kani Khet located?
Kani Khet village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kani Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kani Khet is Jajut.
What is the pincode of Kani Khet?
The pincode of Kani Khet is 262522.
What is the population of Kani Khet?
Kani Khet had a total population of 10, including 4 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Kani Khet?
Kani Khet had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kani Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kani Khet was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.