Larkot - Nalagarh, Solan
Larkot is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Saraur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Larkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Larkot is 020868. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Larkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Larkot
According to the 2011 Census, Larkot village had a total population of 93 people, including 47 males and 46 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.03%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 18 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Larkot
Larkot 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 Larkot
Public transport in the Larkot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solan to Larkot is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Larkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Larkot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Larkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Larkot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Larkot
Where is Larkot located?
Larkot village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Larkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Larkot is Saraur.
What is the pincode of Larkot?
The pincode of Larkot is 174101.
What is the population of Larkot?
Larkot had a total population of 93, including 47 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Larkot?
Larkot had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Larkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Larkot was 74.03%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 70.00%.