Burkot - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Burkot is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 95 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Burkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burkot is 044218. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.98 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Burkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burkot
As per Census 2011, Burkot village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 67 males and 74 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Burkot
Burkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moldhar | South-West | 0.60 km |
| Pujaldi | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Teva | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Odars | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Banda Lagga Bait | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Chak Pot | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Maitoli Sera | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bhuyasari | South | 3.66 km |
| Munglauri | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Thikmal Duguda | South-West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burkot
Burkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Burkot is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Burkot is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burkot 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 Burkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Burkot
Where is Burkot located?
Burkot village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burkot?
Burkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burkot?
The pincode of Burkot is 249180.
What is the population of Burkot?
Burkot has a total population of 141, including 67 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Burkot?
There are 23 households in Burkot.
What is the literacy rate in Burkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burkot is 75.89%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 74.32%.