Harkot - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Harkot is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Harkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkot is 050549. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.92 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Harkot 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 Harkot
According to the 2011 Census, Harkot village had a total population of 310 people, including 142 males and 168 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.73%, with male literacy at 82.20% and female literacy at 59.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Harkot
Harkot 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 Harkot
Public transport in the Harkot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Harkot is about 45 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 Harkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkot 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 Harkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harkot
Where is Harkot located?
Harkot village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkot is Harkote.
What is the pincode of Harkot?
The pincode of Harkot is 263679.
What is the population of Harkot?
Harkot had a total population of 310, including 142 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Harkot?
Harkot had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkot was 69.73%. Male literacy was 82.20% and female literacy was 59.44%.