Khetigaon

Khetigaon is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Pithpragarh. As per 2009 stats, Bhandari Gaon is the gram panchayat of Khetigaon village.

Khetigaon has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khetigaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khetigaon is 050093. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Khetigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khetigaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khetigaon

Below is a concise population overview of Khetigaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 119 56 63
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 4 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 7 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 91 49 42
Illiterate Population 28 7 21

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khetigaon village:

  • The total population of Khetigaon village is around 119, including approximately 56 males and 63 females, with a sex ratio of 1125 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Khetigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khetigaon village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khetigaon village is about 76.47%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 25 households in Khetigaon village.

Connectivity of Khetigaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khetigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Khetigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khetigaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Khetigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khetigaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khetigaon

Where is Khetigaon located?
Khetigaon village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetigaon is Bhandari Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khetigaon?
The pincode of Khetigaon is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khetigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khetigaon is 119, with 56 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Khetigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khetigaon village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetigaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khetigaon is 76.47%. The male literacy rate is 87.50%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.