Kheti Gaon - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kheti Gaon is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kheti Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheti Gaon is 049950. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.89 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kheti Gaon 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 Kheti Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kheti Gaon village had a total population of 256 people, including 112 males and 144 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 256 | 112 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 17 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kheti Gaon
Kheti Gaon 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 Kheti Gaon
Kheti Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kheti Gaon is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheti Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheti Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kheti Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheti Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kheti Gaon
Where is Kheti Gaon located?
Kheti Gaon village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kheti Gaon?
Kheti Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kheti Gaon?
The pincode of Kheti Gaon is 262522.
What is the population of Kheti Gaon?
Kheti Gaon had a total population of 256, including 112 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Kheti Gaon?
Kheti Gaon had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kheti Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheti Gaon was 87.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.