Dharkot - Doiwala, Dehradun
Dharkot is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Rishikesh and around 32 km from Dehradun. Dharkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharkot is 045289. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.19 hectares and falls under the 248143 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dharkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharkot
According to the 2011 Census, Dharkot village had a total population of 111 people, including 61 males and 50 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.90%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 63.41%.
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 | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 46 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
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
Dharkot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Dharkot is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun 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 248143.
What is the population of Dharkot?
Dharkot had a total population of 111, including 61 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Dharkot?
Dharkot had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharkot was 80.90%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 63.41%.