Dhar Payakoti - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Dhar Payakoti is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Devprayag and around 122 km from New Tehri. Payankoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Payakoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Payakoti is 043300. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.2 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhar Payakoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Payakoti
As per Census 2011, Dhar Payakoti village has a total population of 906 people, consisting of 416 males and 490 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar Payakoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 906 | 416 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 330 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 86 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Payakoti
Dhar Payakoti 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 Payakoti
Public transport in the Dhar Payakoti 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 Payakoti is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dhar Payakoti is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Payakoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Payakoti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Payakoti
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 Payakoti 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 Dhar Payakoti
Where is Dhar Payakoti located?
Dhar Payakoti village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Payakoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Payakoti is Payankoti.
What is the pincode of Dhar Payakoti?
The pincode of Dhar Payakoti is 249161.
What is the population of Dhar Payakoti?
Dhar Payakoti has a total population of 906, including 416 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Payakoti?
There are 194 households in Dhar Payakoti.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Payakoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Payakoti is 66.56%. Male literacy is 79.33% and female literacy is 55.71%.