Shrikot

Shrikot is a village located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Shrikot village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shrikot unique in its vibrant Jakhnidhar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Shrikot’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 Shrikot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shrikot is 043611. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249121. Tehri is nearest town to Shrikot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shrikot 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shrikot

According to the 2011 Census, Shrikot has a total population of about 179, with approximately 63 males and 116 females. The sex ratio is around 1841 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 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 52.51%, with male literacy at about 55.56% and female literacy near 50.86%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shrikot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 179 63 116
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 14 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 11 5 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 94 35 59
Illiterate Population 85 28 57

Connectivity of Shrikot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shrikot. As per the 2011 stats, Shrikot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Shrikot

Knowing the nearby villages of Shrikot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shrikot.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shrikot

Where is Shrikot located?
Shrikot village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shrikot?
Shrikot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shrikot?
The pincode of Shrikot is 249121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shrikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shrikot is 179, with 63 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Shrikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shrikot village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shrikot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shrikot is 52.51%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.