Palkot - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Palkot is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Narendra Nagar and around 81 km from New Tehri. Guriyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkot is 044567. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.8 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Palkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkot
As per Census 2011, Palkot village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 95 males and 102 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 95 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 16 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Palkot
Palkot 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 Palkot
Palkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Palkot is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Palkot is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkot 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 Palkot
Where is Palkot located?
Palkot village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkot is Guriyali.
What is the pincode of Palkot?
The pincode of Palkot is 249146.
What is the population of Palkot?
Palkot has a total population of 197, including 95 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Palkot?
There are 52 households in Palkot.
What is the literacy rate in Palkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkot is 74.62%. Male literacy is 83.16% and female literacy is 66.67%.