Kakhon - Barnigad, Uttarkashi
Kakhon is a village situated in the Barnigad tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Barkot and around 141 km from Uttarkashi. Dhuik serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakhon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakhon is 040457. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.18 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kakhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kakhon
Kakhon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rikhaun | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Dhuink | South | 1.95 km |
| Badogi | East | 1.98 km |
| Godin | East | 2.64 km |
| Kota (kuwanu) | North | 2.66 km |
| Kandari | East | 2.67 km |
| Kandi | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Gatu | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Sahiya | West | 4.13 km |
| Khanati | South-West | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kakhon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kakhon. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kakhon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kakhon is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakhon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kakhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakhon 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 Kakhon
Where is Kakhon located?
Kakhon village is located in Barnigad Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakhon is Dhuik.
What is the pincode of Kakhon?
The pincode of Kakhon is 249171.