Dharkot Village - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Dharkot is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dharkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharkot is 041464. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.03 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dharkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharkot
As per Census 2011, Dharkot village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 67 males and 99 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,477 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharkot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 67 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 15 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dharkot
Dharkot 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 Dharkot
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Dharkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Dharkot is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dharkot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharkot
Where is Dharkot located?
Dharkot village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharkot?
Dharkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharkot?
The pincode of Dharkot is 246444.
What is the population of Dharkot?
Dharkot has a total population of 166, including 67 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dharkot?
There are 37 households in Dharkot.
What is the literacy rate in Dharkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharkot is 63.25%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 53.54%.