Khat - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Khat is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Khat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khat is 042070. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.8 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Khat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khat
According to the 2011 Census, Khat village had a total population of 271 people, including 146 males and 125 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.16%, with male literacy at 97.66% and female literacy at 81.90%.
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 | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 125 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Khat
Khat 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 Khat
Khat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Khat is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khat 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 Khat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khat 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 Khat
Where is Khat located?
Khat village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khat?
Khat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khat?
The pincode of Khat is 246471.
What is the population of Khat?
Khat had a total population of 271, including 146 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Khat?
Khat had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khat was 90.16%. Male literacy was 97.66% and female literacy was 81.90%.