Khetali - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Khetali is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Munsiari and around 83 km from Pithoragarh. Bans Bagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetali is 049060. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.11 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khetali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khetali
According to the 2011 Census, Khetali village had a total population of 72 people, including 36 males and 36 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 5 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Khetali
Khetali 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 Khetali
Khetali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Khetali is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khetali is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khetali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khetali
Where is Khetali located?
Khetali village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khetali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetali is Bans Bagar.
What is the pincode of Khetali?
The pincode of Khetali is 262555.
What is the population of Khetali?
Khetali had a total population of 72, including 36 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Khetali?
Khetali had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetali was 84.62%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 75.00%.