Tarkot - Bhanoli, Almora
Tarkot is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tarkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkot is 053689. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.57 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Tarkot 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarkot
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkot village had a total population of 338 people, including 175 males and 163 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.17%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 54.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 338 | 175 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 142 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 33 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkot
Tarkot 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 Tarkot
Public transport in the Tarkot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Tarkot is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkot 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 Tarkot
Where is Tarkot located?
Tarkot village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tarkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarkot is Tarkote.
What is the pincode of Tarkot?
The pincode of Tarkot is 263623.
What is the population of Tarkot?
Tarkot had a total population of 338, including 175 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Tarkot?
Tarkot had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkot was 74.17%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 54.67%.