Nawakot
Nawakot is a village located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Nawakot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nawakot unique in its vibrant Jakhnidhar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Nawakot’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 Nawakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawakot is 043655. The village spans a total geographical area of 295.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249123. Tehri is nearest town to Nawakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nawakot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nawakot
Population of Nawakot
According to the 2011 Census, Nawakot has a total population of about 1,102, with approximately 511 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 1156 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.23%, with male literacy at about 81.80% and female literacy near 62.10%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 511 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 785 | 418 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 93 | 224 |
Connectivity of Nawakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawakot. As per the 2011 stats, Nawakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawakot
- Where is Nawakot located?
- Nawakot village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawakot?
- Nawakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nawakot?
- The pincode of Nawakot is 249123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawakot is 1,102, with 511 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Nawakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawakot village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawakot is 71.23%. The male literacy rate is 81.80%, while the female literacy rate is 62.10%.