Harkot
Harkot is a village located in Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Kapkot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Harkote is the gram panchayat of Harkot village.
Harkot has its own place in the vibrant Bageshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Harkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harkot is 050549. The village spans a total geographical area of 655.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263632. Bageshwar is nearest town to Harkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Harkot
Below is a concise population overview of Harkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 142 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 45 | 83 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harkot village:
- The total population of Harkot village is around 310, including approximately 142 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 1183 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Harkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Harkot village has 175 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Harkot village is about 58.71%, with male literacy at 68.31% and female literacy at 50.60%.
- There are around 54 households in Harkot village.
Connectivity of Harkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harkot. As per the 2011 stats, Harkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Harkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harkot
- Where is Harkot located?
- Harkot village is situated in Kapkot Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Harkot is Harkote (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Harkot?
- The pincode of Harkot is 263632, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harkot is 310, with 142 males and 168 females.
- How many households are there in Harkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harkot village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harkot is 58.71%. The male literacy rate is 68.31%, while the female literacy rate is 50.60%.