Palkot

Palkot is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Jadla is the gram panchayat of Palkot village.

Palkot has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palkot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkot is 047469. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246155. Lansdowne is nearest town to Palkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Palkot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Palkot

Below is a concise population overview of Palkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 199 91 108
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 10 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 150 79 71
Illiterate Population 49 12 37

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkot village:

  • The total population of Palkot village is around 199, including approximately 91 males and 108 females, with a sex ratio of 1186 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Palkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Palkot village is about 75.38%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 65.74%.
  • There are around 45 households in Palkot village.

Connectivity of Palkot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkot. As per the 2011 stats, Palkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palkot

Knowing the nearby villages of Palkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkot.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palkot

Where is Palkot located?
Palkot village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkot is Jadla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palkot?
The pincode of Palkot is 246155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkot is 199, with 91 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palkot village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkot is 75.38%. The male literacy rate is 86.81%, while the female literacy rate is 65.74%.