Gadkot
Gadkot is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Garhkot is the gram panchayat of Gadkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Gadkot unique in its vibrant Tharali-Chamoli region. You’ll see Gadkot’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 Gadkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadkot is 041591. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246444. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Gadkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Gadkot
Population of Gadkot
According to the 2011 Census, Gadkot has a total population of about 198, with approximately 85 males and 113 females. The sex ratio is around 1329 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.73%, with male literacy at about 81.18% and female literacy near 66.37%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 85 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 16 | 38 |
Connectivity of Gadkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadkot. As per the 2011 stats, Gadkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gadkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadkot
- Where is Gadkot located?
- Gadkot village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gadkot is Garhkot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gadkot?
- The pincode of Gadkot is 246444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gadkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadkot is 198, with 85 males and 113 females.
- How many households are there in Gadkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadkot village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadkot is 72.73%. The male literacy rate is 81.18%, while the female literacy rate is 66.37%.