Garhkot - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Garhkot is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 58 km from Lansdowne and around 171 km from Pauri. Dhayad Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhkot is 047622. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.81 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Garhkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhkot
As per Census 2011, Garhkot village has a total population of 18 people, consisting of 4 males and 14 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 3,500 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 8 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Garhkot
Garhkot 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 Garhkot
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garhkot. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Garhkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Garhkot is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Garhkot is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garhkot
Where is Garhkot located?
Garhkot village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhkot is Dhayad Gaon.
What is the pincode of Garhkot?
The pincode of Garhkot is 246276.
What is the population of Garhkot?
Garhkot has a total population of 18, including 4 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Garhkot?
There are 6 households in Garhkot.
What is the literacy rate in Garhkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhkot is 55.56%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 50.00%.