Barkot
Barkot is a village located in Pauri tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 56km away from Pauri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barkot village. As per 2009 stats, Barkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barkot unique in its vibrant Pauri-Garhwal region. You’ll see Barkot’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 Barkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkot is 046007. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246167. Pauri is nearest town to Barkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
Google Map of Barkot
Population of Barkot
According to the 2011 Census, Barkot has a total population of about 174, with approximately 91 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 14 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 66 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.01%, with male literacy at about 86.81% and female literacy near 66.27%. There are around 38 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 12 | 28 |
Connectivity of Barkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkot. As per the 2011 stats, Barkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkot
- Where is Barkot located?
- Barkot village is situated in Pauri Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkot?
- Barkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barkot?
- The pincode of Barkot is 246167, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkot is 174, with 91 males and 83 females.
- How many households are there in Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkot village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkot is 77.01%. The male literacy rate is 86.81%, while the female literacy rate is 66.27%.