Bharkot
Bharkot is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 67km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kotali is the gram panchayat of Bharkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Bharkot unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Bharkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bharkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharkot is 049841. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262532. Almora is nearest town to Bharkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 82km away.
Google Map of Bharkot
Population of Bharkot
According to the 2011 Census, Bharkot has a total population of about 178, with approximately 83 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 1144 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.54%, with male literacy at about 81.93% and female literacy near 56.84%. There are around 45 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bharkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 15 | 41 |
Connectivity of Bharkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharkot. As per the 2011 stats, Bharkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bharkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Bharkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bharkot
- Where is Bharkot located?
- Bharkot village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bharkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bharkot is Kotali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bharkot?
- The pincode of Bharkot is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharkot is 178, with 83 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Bharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bharkot village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharkot is 68.54%. The male literacy rate is 81.93%, while the female literacy rate is 56.84%.