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 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 Khetigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khetigaon village had a total population of 119 people, including 56 males and 63 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.73%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 72.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 119, including 56 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Khetigaon?
Khetigaon had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetigaon was 82.73%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 72.41%.