Srikot Gaon - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Srikot Gaon is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Ghansali and around 80 km from New Tehri. Shrikot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikot Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikot Gaon is 042779. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.91 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Srikot Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srikot Gaon
As per Census 2011, Srikot Gaon village has a total population of 233 people, consisting of 116 males and 117 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srikot Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 116 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 79 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 37 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Srikot Gaon
Srikot Gaon 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 Gaon
Public transport in the Srikot Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Srikot Gaon is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Srikot Gaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srikot Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikot Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Srikot Gaon
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 Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srikot Gaon
Where is Srikot Gaon located?
Srikot Gaon village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srikot Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikot Gaon is Shrikot.
What is the pincode of Srikot Gaon?
The pincode of Srikot Gaon is 249125.
What is the population of Srikot Gaon?
Srikot Gaon has a total population of 233, including 116 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Srikot Gaon?
There are 50 households in Srikot Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Srikot Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikot Gaon is 52.36%. Male literacy is 68.10% and female literacy is 36.75%.