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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khetali
As per Census 2011, Khetali village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 36 males and 36 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khetali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| 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 has a total population of 72, including 36 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Khetali?
There are 17 households in Khetali.
What is the literacy rate in Khetali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetali is 76.39%. Male literacy is 86.11% and female literacy is 66.67%.