Sarkot
Sarkot is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Sarkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkot unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Sarkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkot is 041893. The village spans a total geographical area of 329.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246440. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Sarkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Sarkot
Population of Sarkot
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkot has a total population of about 1,236, with approximately 568 males and 668 females. The sex ratio is around 1176 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 305 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.44%, with male literacy at about 70.42% and female literacy near 51.95%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 568 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 108 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 135 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 747 | 400 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 168 | 321 |
Connectivity of Sarkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkot. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkot
- Where is Sarkot located?
- Sarkot village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkot?
- Sarkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarkot?
- The pincode of Sarkot is 246440, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkot is 1,236, with 568 males and 668 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkot village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkot is 60.44%. The male literacy rate is 70.42%, while the female literacy rate is 51.95%.