Dharkot - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Dharkot is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Dharkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharkot is 042663. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.9 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dharkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharkot
As per Census 2011, Dharkot village has a total population of 741 people, consisting of 343 males and 398 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 343 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 257 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 86 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dharkot
Dharkot 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 Dharkot
Dharkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Dharkot is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharkot
Where is Dharkot located?
Dharkot village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharkot?
Dharkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharkot?
The pincode of Dharkot is 246141.
What is the population of Dharkot?
Dharkot has a total population of 741, including 343 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Dharkot?
There are 145 households in Dharkot.
What is the literacy rate in Dharkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharkot is 75.84%. Male literacy is 74.93% and female literacy is 76.63%.