Khet - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Khet is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Duni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khet is 050105. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.58 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khet
As per Census 2011, Khet village has a total population of 12 people, consisting of 5 males and 7 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The village has 9 literate and 3 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Khet
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 Khet
Public transport in the Khet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Khet is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Khet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khet
Where is Khet located?
Khet village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Khet is Duni.
What is the pincode of Khet?
The pincode of Khet is 262522.
What is the population of Khet?
Khet has a total population of 12, including 5 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Khet?
There are 2 households in Khet.
What is the literacy rate in Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khet is 75.00%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 71.43%.