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
As per Census 2011, Palkot village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 55 males and 78 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,418 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 43 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 55 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 133, including 55 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Palkot?
There are 35 households in Palkot.
What is the literacy rate in Palkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkot is 67.67%. Male literacy is 76.36% and female literacy is 61.54%.