Bara Khet - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Bara Khet is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dewari Malli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Khet is 043921. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.34 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bara Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Khet village had a total population of 31 people, including 16 males and 15 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 46.15%.
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 | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Khet
Bara Khet is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arakot | East | 1.02 km |
| Kuriyal Gaon | West | 1.33 km |
| Devari Malli | South | 1.54 km |
| Arogi | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Hadam Talla | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Semalwari | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Mudan Gaon | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Tilwal Gaon | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Jakhot | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Jhaildiyal Gaon | South | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Khet
Public transport in the Bara Khet is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Bara Khet is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bara Khet is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Khet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Khet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Khet 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara Khet
Where is Bara Khet located?
Bara Khet village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Khet is Dewari Malli.
What is the pincode of Bara Khet?
The pincode of Bara Khet is 249001.
What is the population of Bara Khet?
Bara Khet had a total population of 31, including 16 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Bara Khet?
Bara Khet had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Khet was 72.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 46.15%.