Telkot - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Telkot is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sera Suraiedhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telkot is 048939. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.5 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Telkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Telkot
As per Census 2011, Telkot village has a total population of 14 people, consisting of 6 males and 8 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 3 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Telkot
Telkot 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 Telkot
Public transport in the Telkot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Telkot is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Telkot is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Telkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telkot 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 Telkot
Where is Telkot located?
Telkot village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Telkot is Sera Suraiedhar.
What is the pincode of Telkot?
The pincode of Telkot is 262554.
What is the population of Telkot?
Telkot has a total population of 14, including 6 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Telkot?
There are 4 households in Telkot.
What is the literacy rate in Telkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telkot is 78.57%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 75.00%.