Barkot Range - Rishikesh, Dehradun
Barkot Range is a village situated in the Rishikesh tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishikesh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkot Range is 045355. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.7 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rishikesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkot Range
According to the 2011 Census, Barkot Range village had a total population of 1,210 people, including 627 males and 583 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.90%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 574.
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 | 1,210 | 627 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 102 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 288 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 427 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 200 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Barkot Range
Barkot Range is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rainapur Grant | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Listrabad | North | 3.03 km |
| Barkot Mafi | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Mazri Grant | West | 4.56 km |
| Mauja Rani Pokhari | North | 4.60 km |
| Chakbarkot | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Jeevan Wala | West | 5.26 km |
| Bhogpur | North | 5.31 km |
| Sarangdharwala | North | 5.95 km |
| Jauligrant | North | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkot Range
The nearest railway station is Doiwala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Barkot Range is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Barkot Range is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Barkot Range
Where is Barkot Range located?
Barkot Range village is located in Rishikesh Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Barkot Range?
The pincode of Barkot Range is 248001.
What is the population of Barkot Range?
Barkot Range had a total population of 1,210, including 627 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Barkot Range?
Barkot Range had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkot Range?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkot Range was 72.90%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 64.07%.