Hat - Basukedar, Rudraprayag
Hat is a village situated in the Basukedar tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Ukhimath and around 25 km from Rudraprayag. Haat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hat is 042271. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.18 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hat
According to the 2011 Census, Hat village had a total population of 395 people, including 163 males and 232 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,423 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.79%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 395 | 163 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 16 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 141 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 22 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Hat
Hat 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 Hat
Public transport in the Hat 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 Rudraprayag to Hat is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hat
Where is Hat located?
Hat village is located in Basukedar Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hat?
The Gram Panchayat of Hat is Haat.
What is the pincode of Hat?
The pincode of Hat is 246425.
What is the population of Hat?
Hat had a total population of 395, including 163 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Hat?
Hat had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hat was 85.79%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.61%.