Garakot
Garakot is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Garakot village is also a gram panchayat.
Garakot 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 Garakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garakot is 043091. The village spans a total geographical area of 234.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Garakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garakot 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 Garakot
Population of Garakot
Below is a concise population overview of Garakot 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 | 572 | 246 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 346 | 188 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 58 | 168 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garakot village:
- The total population of Garakot village is around 572, including approximately 246 males and 326 females, with a sex ratio of 1325 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Garakot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garakot village has 110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garakot village is about 60.49%, with male literacy at 76.42% and female literacy at 48.47%.
- There are around 148 households in Garakot village.
Connectivity of Garakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garakot. As per the 2011 stats, Garakot 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 Garakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Garakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garakot
- Where is Garakot located?
- Garakot village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garakot?
- Garakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garakot?
- The pincode of Garakot is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garakot is 572, with 246 males and 326 females.
- How many households are there in Garakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garakot village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garakot is 60.49%. The male literacy rate is 76.42%, while the female literacy rate is 48.47%.