Surkot - Barakot, Champawat
Surkot is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Lohaghat and around 31 km from Champawat. Rawal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surkot is 054143. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.83 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Surkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surkot
According to the 2011 Census, Surkot village had a total population of 115 people, including 59 males and 56 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.00%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Surkot
Surkot 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 Surkot
Surkot 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 >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 Lohaghat to Surkot is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Surkot is about 31 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 Surkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surkot
Where is Surkot located?
Surkot village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Surkot is Rawal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Surkot?
The pincode of Surkot is 262523.
What is the population of Surkot?
Surkot had a total population of 115, including 59 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Surkot?
Surkot had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surkot was 79.00%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 66.67%.