Karakot - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Karakot is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Jakhnidhar and around 55 km from New Tehri. Kadakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakot is 043692. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.67 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Karakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karakot
As per Census 2011, Karakot village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 53 males and 73 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,377 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 53 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Karakot
Karakot 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 Karakot
Karakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Tehri to Karakot is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Karakot is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karakot
Where is Karakot located?
Karakot village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakot is Kadakot.
What is the pincode of Karakot?
The pincode of Karakot is 249121.
What is the population of Karakot?
Karakot has a total population of 126, including 53 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Karakot?
There are 28 households in Karakot.
What is the literacy rate in Karakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakot is 61.90%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 58.90%.