Palkot - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Palkot is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Jakhnidhar and around 50 km from New Tehri. Palkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkot is 043676. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.92 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkot
According to the 2011 Census, Palkot village had a total population of 133 people, including 55 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,418 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 64.86%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 55 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Palkot is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Palkot is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palkot
Where is Palkot located?
Palkot village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkot?
Palkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palkot?
The pincode of Palkot is 249121.
What is the population of Palkot?
Palkot had a total population of 133, including 55 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Palkot?
Palkot had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkot was 76.92%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 64.86%.