Syakot - Kanda, Bageshwar
Syakot is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Pathkura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syakot is 050692. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.52 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Syakot 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Syakot
According to the 2011 Census, Syakot village had a total population of 176 people, including 77 males and 99 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.58%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 176 | 77 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 47 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 65 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 12 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Syakot
Syakot 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 Syakot
Syakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bageshwar to Syakot is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Syakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Syakot
Where is Syakot located?
Syakot village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Syakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Syakot is Pathkura.
What is the pincode of Syakot?
The pincode of Syakot is 263640.
What is the population of Syakot?
Syakot had a total population of 176, including 77 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Syakot?
Syakot had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syakot was 79.58%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 63.16%.