Bar Kot - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Bar Kot is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Pauri and around 33 km from Pauri. Badkot (new) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bar Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar Kot is 045857. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.59 hectares and falls under the 246175 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Bar Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bar Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Bar Kot village had a total population of 170 people, including 75 males and 95 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.88%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 170 | 75 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 50 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 8 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bar Kot
Bar Kot 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 Bar Kot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bar Kot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pauri to Bar Kot is about 33 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 Bar Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bar Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bar Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bar Kot
Where is Bar Kot located?
Bar Kot village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Bar Kot is Badkot (new).
What is the pincode of Bar Kot?
The pincode of Bar Kot is 246175.
What is the population of Bar Kot?
Bar Kot had a total population of 170, including 75 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Bar Kot?
Bar Kot had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bar Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar Kot was 76.88%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 63.64%.