Dharkot - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Dharkot is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Pauri and around 31 km from Pauri. Gadkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharkot is 045839. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.96 hectares and falls under the 246159 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Dharkot 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.
Nearby Villages of Dharkot
Dharkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhkot | West | 1.04 km |
| Panchali | East | 1.08 km |
| Bhetuli | South | 1.09 km |
| Surmadi | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Naithna | East | 1.31 km |
| Baluni | South | 1.54 km |
| Sakni Badi | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Taklana | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Palasu | West | 1.97 km |
| Butali | North-West | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharkot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dharkot. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Dharkot is about 31 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 Dharkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharkot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharkot
Where is Dharkot located?
Dharkot village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharkot is Gadkot.
What is the pincode of Dharkot?
The pincode of Dharkot is 246159.