Nakot - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Nakot is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 78 km from Tehri and around 78 km from New Tehri. Nakot Gusai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakot is 043784. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.99 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Nakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakot
According to the 2011 Census, Nakot village had a total population of 237 people, including 106 males and 131 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,236 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.57%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 69.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 237 | 106 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 23 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Nakot
Nakot 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 Nakot
Nakot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Nakot is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nakot is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakot
Where is Nakot located?
Nakot village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakot is Nakot Gusai.
What is the pincode of Nakot?
The pincode of Nakot is 249132.
What is the population of Nakot?
Nakot had a total population of 237, including 106 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Nakot?
Nakot had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakot was 77.57%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 69.75%.