Damkot
Damkot is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Paunara is the gram panchayat of Damkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Damkot unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Damkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Damkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Damkot is 042763. The village spans a total geographical area of 23.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Tehri is nearest town to Damkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Damkot
Population of Damkot
According to the 2011 Census, Damkot has a total population of about 158, with approximately 72 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 1194 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.37%, with male literacy at about 62.50% and female literacy near 38.37%. There are around 34 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Damkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 27 | 53 |
Connectivity of Damkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Damkot. As per the 2011 stats, Damkot 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 Damkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Damkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Damkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Damkot
- Where is Damkot located?
- Damkot village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Damkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Damkot is Paunara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Damkot?
- The pincode of Damkot is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Damkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damkot is 158, with 72 males and 86 females.
- How many households are there in Damkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Damkot village has a total of 34 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Damkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damkot is 49.37%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 38.37%.