Khetigaon - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Khetigaon is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Pithpragarh. Bhandari Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetigaon is 050093. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.01 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Khetigaon 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 Khetigaon
As per Census 2011, Khetigaon village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 56 males and 63 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khetigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 7 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Khetigaon
Khetigaon 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 Khetigaon
Khetigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Khetigaon is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithpragarh to Khetigaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetigaon 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 Khetigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetigaon 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khetigaon
Where is Khetigaon located?
Khetigaon village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetigaon is Bhandari Gaon.
What is the pincode of Khetigaon?
The pincode of Khetigaon is 262522.
What is the population of Khetigaon?
Khetigaon has a total population of 119, including 56 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Khetigaon?
There are 25 households in Khetigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khetigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetigaon is 76.47%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 66.67%.