Dhar Kot - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Dhar Kot is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Devprayag and around 12 km from New Tehri. Dharkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Kot is 043299. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.69 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhar Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Kot village had a total population of 467 people, including 213 males and 254 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.94%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 56.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 467 | 213 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 160 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 53 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Kot
Dhar Kot 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 Dhar Kot
Dhar Kot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Dhar Kot is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dhar Kot is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhar Kot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar Kot
Where is Dhar Kot located?
Dhar Kot village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhar Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Kot is Dharkot.
What is the pincode of Dhar Kot?
The pincode of Dhar Kot is 249161.
What is the population of Dhar Kot?
Dhar Kot had a total population of 467, including 213 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Kot?
Dhar Kot had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Kot was 71.94%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 56.22%.