Garakot Village - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Garakot is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 78 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Garakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garakot is 043091. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.99 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Garakot 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 Garakot
As per Census 2011, Garakot village has a total population of 572 people, consisting of 246 males and 326 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,325 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garakot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 572 | 246 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 188 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 58 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Garakot
Garakot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalmasa | North | 0.91 km |
| Koti Gusaen Ki | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Koti Chalayion Kee | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Paunsanda | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Pyukhari | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Kaphool Gaon | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Gwari Lagga Gusian Gaon | South | 2.03 km |
| Birakot | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Langoor | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Mulya Gaon Urf Garwashtha | East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garakot
Garakot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Garakot is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Garakot is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garakot 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 Garakot
Where is Garakot located?
Garakot village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garakot?
Garakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garakot?
The pincode of Garakot is 249161.
What is the population of Garakot?
Garakot has a total population of 572, including 246 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Garakot?
There are 148 households in Garakot.
What is the literacy rate in Garakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garakot is 60.49%. Male literacy is 76.42% and female literacy is 48.47%.