Par Kot Village - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Par Kot is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Devprayag and around 125 km from New Tehri. Parkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Par Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Par Kot is 043301. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.96 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Par Kot 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 Par Kot
As per Census 2011, Par Kot village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 258 males and 235 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Par Kot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 258 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 192 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 66 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Par Kot
Par 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 Par Kot
Par 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 Par Kot is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Par Kot is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Par Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Par Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Par 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 Par Kot 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 Par Kot
Where is Par Kot located?
Par Kot village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Par Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Par Kot is Parkot.
What is the pincode of Par Kot?
The pincode of Par Kot is 249161.
What is the population of Par Kot?
Par Kot has a total population of 493, including 258 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Par Kot?
There are 98 households in Par Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Par Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Par Kot is 65.52%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 55.74%.