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
According to the 2011 Census, Garhkot village had a total population of 18 people, including 4 males and 14 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 3,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 63.64%.
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 | 18 | 4 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 18, including 4 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Garhkot?
Garhkot had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhkot was 66.67%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 63.64%.