Kharik - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kharik is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jajut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharik village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharik is 050002. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.87 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Kharik village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharik
According to the 2011 Census, Kharik village had a total population of 12 people, including 4 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.67%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 87.50%.
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 | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kharik
Kharik 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 Kharik
Public transport in the Kharik 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 Kharik 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 Kharik
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharik 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 Kharik
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharik 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharik
Where is Kharik located?
Kharik village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharik?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharik is Jajut.
What is the pincode of Kharik?
The pincode of Kharik is 262522.
What is the population of Kharik?
Kharik had a total population of 12, including 4 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Kharik?
Kharik had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharik?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharik was 91.67%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 87.50%.