Dayarkot - Lamgada, Almora
Dayarkot is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Jainti and around 47 km from Almora. Sagar Sahu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dayarkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dayarkot is 053442. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.72 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dayarkot 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 Dayarkot
As per Census 2011, Dayarkot village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 28 males and 30 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dayarkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dayarkot
Dayarkot 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 Dayarkot
Dayarkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dayarkot is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dayarkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dayarkot 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 Dayarkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dayarkot 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 Dayarkot
Where is Dayarkot located?
Dayarkot village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dayarkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dayarkot is Sagar Sahu.
What is the pincode of Dayarkot?
The pincode of Dayarkot is 263625.
What is the population of Dayarkot?
Dayarkot has a total population of 58, including 28 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Dayarkot?
There are 12 households in Dayarkot.
What is the literacy rate in Dayarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dayarkot is 70.69%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 56.67%.