Alkot - Tharali, Chamoli
Alkot is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Aalkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alkot is 041647. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.5 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Alkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Alkot
According to the 2011 Census, Alkot village had a total population of 308 people, including 125 males and 183 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,464 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.15%, with male literacy at 97.98% and female literacy at 67.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 308 | 125 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 37 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 97 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 28 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Alkot
Alkot 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 Alkot
Alkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Alkot is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Alkot is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alkot 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alkot 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 Alkot
Where is Alkot located?
Alkot village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Alkot is Aalkot.
What is the pincode of Alkot?
The pincode of Alkot is 246481.
What is the population of Alkot?
Alkot had a total population of 308, including 125 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Alkot?
Alkot had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alkot was 79.15%. Male literacy was 97.98% and female literacy was 67.50%.