Barkot

Barkot is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Sankro is the gram panchayat of Barkot village.

Barkot has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barkot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkot is 043369. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249161. Kirtinagar is nearest town to Barkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Barkot

Below is a concise population overview of Barkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 315 159 156
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 22 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 9 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 255 137 118
Illiterate Population 60 22 38

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkot village:

  • The total population of Barkot village is around 315, including approximately 159 males and 156 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Barkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkot village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barkot village is about 80.95%, with male literacy at 86.16% and female literacy at 75.64%.
  • There are around 67 households in Barkot village.

Connectivity of Barkot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkot. As per the 2011 stats, Barkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkot

Knowing the nearby villages of Barkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkot.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barkot

Where is Barkot located?
Barkot village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkot is Sankro (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkot?
The pincode of Barkot is 249161, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkot is 315, with 159 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkot village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkot is 80.95%. The male literacy rate is 86.16%, while the female literacy rate is 75.64%.