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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Telkot
According to the 2011 Census, Telkot village had a total population of 14 people, including 6 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 14, including 6 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Telkot?
Telkot had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telkot was 84.62%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 85.71%.