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.

Sarkot has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli 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 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.

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Population of Sarkot

Below is a concise population overview of Sarkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarkot village:

  • The total population of Sarkot village is around 1,236, including approximately 568 males and 668 females, with a sex ratio of 1176 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sarkot village has 305 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sarkot village is about 60.44%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 51.95%.
  • There are around 218 households in Sarkot village.

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.

Chhimatha Sirana Chhina Kulari Ramara Malla Khan Gwar Sera Parawari Sare Gwar Kuneli Laga Marora Marora Tal Gaon Farkande Malli

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%.