Jatarkot - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Jatarkot is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Golana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jatarkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatarkot is 050637. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.42 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jatarkot 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 Jatarkot
According to the 2011 Census, Jatarkot village had a total population of 67 people, including 33 males and 34 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.93%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.86%.
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 | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Jatarkot
Jatarkot 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 Jatarkot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jatarkot.
| 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 Jatarkot is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatarkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatarkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jatarkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatarkot 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 Jatarkot
Where is Jatarkot located?
Jatarkot village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jatarkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jatarkot is Golana.
What is the pincode of Jatarkot?
The pincode of Jatarkot is 263642.
What is the population of Jatarkot?
Jatarkot had a total population of 67, including 33 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Jatarkot?
Jatarkot had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jatarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatarkot was 87.93%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.86%.