Parkote - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Parkote is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Dwarahat and around 60 km from Almora. Parkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parkote is 052662. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.89 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Parkote 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parkote
According to the 2011 Census, Parkote village had a total population of 389 people, including 186 males and 203 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.26%, with male literacy at 88.68% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 389 | 186 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 45 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Parkote
Parkote 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 Parkote
Parkote 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Parkote is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Parkote is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parkote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parkote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parkote
Where is Parkote located?
Parkote village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Parkote is Parkot.
What is the pincode of Parkote?
The pincode of Parkote is 263621.
What is the population of Parkote?
Parkote had a total population of 389, including 186 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Parkote?
Parkote had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parkote was 77.26%. Male literacy was 88.68% and female literacy was 67.39%.