Khulet - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Khulet is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khulait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khulet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khulet is 050059. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.52 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Khulet 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 Khulet
As per Census 2011, Khulet village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 108 males and 152 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,407 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khulet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 108 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 67 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 25 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Khulet
Khulet 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 Khulet
Public transport in the Khulet is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Khulet is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khulet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khulet 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 Khulet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khulet 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 Khulet
Where is Khulet located?
Khulet village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khulet?
The Gram Panchayat of Khulet is Khulait.
What is the pincode of Khulet?
The pincode of Khulet is 262522.
What is the population of Khulet?
Khulet has a total population of 260, including 108 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Khulet?
There are 61 households in Khulet.
What is the literacy rate in Khulet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khulet is 64.62%. Male literacy is 76.85% and female literacy is 55.92%.