Harkot - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Harkot is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Harkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkot is 048956. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.51 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Harkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harkot
As per Census 2011, Harkot village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 123 males and 178 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,447 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 123 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 48 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 91 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 32 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Harkot
Harkot 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 Harkot
Harkot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Harkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Harkot is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Harkot 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 Harkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkot 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harkot
Where is Harkot located?
Harkot village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkot?
Harkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harkot?
The pincode of Harkot is 262554.
What is the population of Harkot?
Harkot has a total population of 301, including 123 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Harkot?
There are 64 households in Harkot.
What is the literacy rate in Harkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkot is 61.79%. Male literacy is 73.98% and female literacy is 53.37%.