Dankot
Dankot is a village located in Jakholi tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Jakholi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Dankot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dankot unique in its vibrant Jakholi-Rudraprayag region. You’ll see Dankot’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 Dankot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dankot is 042737. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246421. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Dankot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Dankot
Population of Dankot
According to the 2011 Census, Dankot has a total population of about 451, with approximately 244 males and 207 females. The sex ratio is around 848 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 267 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 67.63%, with male literacy at about 75.41% and female literacy near 58.45%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dankot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 244 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 148 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 305 | 184 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 60 | 86 |
Connectivity of Dankot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dankot. As per the 2011 stats, Dankot 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dankot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dankot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dankot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dankot
- Where is Dankot located?
- Dankot village is situated in Jakholi Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dankot?
- Dankot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dankot?
- The pincode of Dankot is 246421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dankot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dankot is 451, with 244 males and 207 females.
- How many households are there in Dankot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dankot village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dankot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dankot is 67.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.41%, while the female literacy rate is 58.45%.