Dharkot
Dharkot is a village located in Jakholi tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jakholi (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Dharkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharkot unique in its vibrant Jakholi-Rudraprayag region. You’ll see Dharkot’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 Dharkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharkot is 042663. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246141. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Dharkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Dharkot
Population of Dharkot
According to the 2011 Census, Dharkot has a total population of about 741, with approximately 343 males and 398 females. The sex ratio is around 1160 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 156 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 75.84%, with male literacy at about 74.93% and female literacy near 76.63%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 343 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 562 | 257 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 86 | 93 |
Connectivity of Dharkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharkot. As per the 2011 stats, Dharkot 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 Dharkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharkot
- Where is Dharkot located?
- Dharkot village is situated in Jakholi Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharkot?
- Dharkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharkot?
- The pincode of Dharkot is 246141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharkot is 741, with 343 males and 398 females.
- How many households are there in Dharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharkot village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharkot is 75.84%. The male literacy rate is 74.93%, while the female literacy rate is 76.63%.