Bhatkot Village - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bhatkot is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 103 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhatkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatkot is 043125. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.49 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhatkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatkot
As per Census 2011, Bhatkot village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 135 males and 164 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatkot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 135 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 26 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatkot
Bhatkot 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 Bhatkot
Public transport in the Bhatkot is mainly available through shared van 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 Devprayag to Bhatkot is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhatkot is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatkot 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatkot 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 Bhatkot
Where is Bhatkot located?
Bhatkot village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatkot?
Bhatkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatkot?
The pincode of Bhatkot is 249192.
What is the population of Bhatkot?
Bhatkot has a total population of 299, including 135 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Bhatkot?
There are 67 households in Bhatkot.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatkot is 68.23%. Male literacy is 80.74% and female literacy is 57.93%.