Garkot - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Garkot is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Lansdowne and around 145 km from Pauri. Garhkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkot is 047268. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.92 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Garkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garkot
As per Census 2011, Garkot village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 159 males and 187 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,176 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 237 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 159 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 133 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 26 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Garkot
Garkot 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 Garkot
Garkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Garkot is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Garkot is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garkot
Where is Garkot located?
Garkot village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkot is Garhkot.
What is the pincode of Garkot?
The pincode of Garkot is 246123.
What is the population of Garkot?
Garkot has a total population of 346, including 159 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Garkot?
There are 103 households in Garkot.
What is the literacy rate in Garkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkot is 68.50%. Male literacy is 83.65% and female literacy is 55.61%.