Arkhet
Arkhet is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Sain Rathi is the gram panchayat of Arkhet village.
Here you can discover what makes Arkhet unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Arkhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Arkhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arkhet is 049000. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Arkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Arkhet
Population of Arkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Arkhet has a total population of about 326, with approximately 150 males and 176 females. The sex ratio is around 1173 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.29%, with male literacy at about 66.00% and female literacy near 44.32%. There are around 70 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arkhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 150 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 177 | 99 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 51 | 98 |
Connectivity of Arkhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arkhet. As per the 2011 stats, Arkhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arkhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Arkhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arkhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arkhet
- Where is Arkhet located?
- Arkhet village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arkhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arkhet is Sain Rathi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arkhet?
- The pincode of Arkhet is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arkhet is 326, with 150 males and 176 females.
- How many households are there in Arkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arkhet village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arkhet is 54.29%. The male literacy rate is 66.00%, while the female literacy rate is 44.32%.