Karakot - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Karakot is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Ratura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakot is 041452. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.98 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karakot
According to the 2011 Census, Karakot village had a total population of 11 people, including 7 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 571 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Karakot
Karakot 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 Karakot
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Karakot.
| 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 Karakot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Karakot is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakot 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karakot
Where is Karakot located?
Karakot village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakot is Ratura.
What is the pincode of Karakot?
The pincode of Karakot is 246474.
What is the population of Karakot?
Karakot had a total population of 11, including 7 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Karakot?
Karakot had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakot was 81.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.