Palkot
About Palkot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palkot village is 043676. Palkot village is located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Palkot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 21.92 hectares. Palkot has a total population of 133 peoples, out of which male population is 55 while female population is 78. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1418 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palkot village is 67.67% out of which 76.36% males and 61.54% females are literate. There are about 35 houses in palkot village. Pincode of palkot village locality is 249121.
When it comes to administration, Palkot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palkot village comes under Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Tehri is nearest town to palkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Palkot
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 55 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Connectivity of Palkot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palkot
Where is Palkot located?
Palkot village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkot?
Palkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palkot?
The pincode of Palkot is 249121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkot is 133, with 55 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palkot village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkot is 67.67%. The male literacy rate is 76.36%, while the female literacy rate is 61.54%.