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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Tarkot village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 175 males and 163 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 175 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| 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 has a total population of 338, including 175 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Tarkot?
There are 64 households in Tarkot.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkot is 66.27%. Male literacy is 81.14% and female literacy is 50.31%.