Khatera - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Khatera is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 72 km from Munsiari and around 80 km from Pithoragarh. Khatera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatera is 049042. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.79 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khatera 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 Khatera
As per Census 2011, Khatera village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 81 males and 87 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 11 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Khatera
Khatera 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 Khatera
Public transport in the Khatera 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 Didihat to Khatera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khatera is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatera
Where is Khatera located?
Khatera village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatera?
Khatera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatera?
The pincode of Khatera is 262553.
What is the population of Khatera?
Khatera has a total population of 168, including 81 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Khatera?
There are 43 households in Khatera.
What is the literacy rate in Khatera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatera is 70.83%. Male literacy is 86.42% and female literacy is 56.32%.