Srikot - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Srikot is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bainoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikot is 042680. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.82 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Srikot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Srikot
According to the 2011 Census, Srikot village had a total population of 166 people, including 79 males and 87 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.85%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 67.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 166 | 79 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 20 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Srikot
Srikot 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 Srikot
Public transport in the Srikot is mainly available through bus 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 Rudraprayag to Srikot is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srikot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Srikot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikot 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 Srikot
Where is Srikot located?
Srikot village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srikot?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikot is Bainoli.
What is the pincode of Srikot?
The pincode of Srikot is 246475.
What is the population of Srikot?
Srikot had a total population of 166, including 79 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Srikot?
Srikot had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikot was 79.85%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 67.61%.