Kaiti - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Kaiti is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Munsiari and around 92 km from Pithoragarh. Sera Suraiedhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaiti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaiti is 048944. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.57 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Kaiti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaiti
According to the 2011 Census, Kaiti village had a total population of 35 people, including 13 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,692 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.88%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaiti
Public transport in the Kaiti is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kaiti is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kaiti is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaiti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaiti 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaiti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaiti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaiti
Where is Kaiti located?
Kaiti village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaiti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaiti is Sera Suraiedhar.
What is the pincode of Kaiti?
The pincode of Kaiti is 262554.
What is the population of Kaiti?
Kaiti had a total population of 35, including 13 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kaiti?
Kaiti had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaiti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaiti was 71.88%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 63.16%.