Bharkot - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Bharkot is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 67 km from Gangolihat and around 137 km from Pithoragarh. Kotali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharkot is 049841. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.78 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Bharkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharkot
As per Census 2011, Bharkot village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 83 males and 95 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 15 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Bharkot
Bharkot 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 Bharkot
Public transport in the Bharkot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bharkot is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bharkot is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bharkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharkot
Where is Bharkot located?
Bharkot village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharkot is Kotali.
What is the pincode of Bharkot?
The pincode of Bharkot is 262532.
What is the population of Bharkot?
Bharkot has a total population of 178, including 83 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Bharkot?
There are 45 households in Bharkot.
What is the literacy rate in Bharkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharkot is 68.54%. Male literacy is 81.93% and female literacy is 56.84%.