Birakot
Birakot is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Birakot village is also a gram panchayat.
Birakot 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 Birakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birakot is 043075. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Birakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Birakot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Birakot
Population of Birakot
Below is a concise population overview of Birakot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 283 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 50 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 382 | 218 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 65 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birakot village:
- The total population of Birakot village is around 602, including approximately 283 males and 319 females, with a sex ratio of 1127 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Birakot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birakot village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Birakot village is about 63.46%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 51.41%.
- There are around 136 households in Birakot village.
Connectivity of Birakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birakot. As per the 2011 stats, Birakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Birakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birakot
- Where is Birakot located?
- Birakot village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birakot?
- Birakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Birakot?
- The pincode of Birakot is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birakot is 602, with 283 males and 319 females.
- How many households are there in Birakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birakot village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birakot is 63.46%. The male literacy rate is 77.03%, while the female literacy rate is 51.41%.