Palkot
Palkot is a village located in Narendranagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 80km away from sub-district headquarter Narendra Nagar (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Guriyali is the gram panchayat of Palkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Palkot unique in its vibrant Narendranagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Palkot’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 Palkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkot is 044567. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249105. Devprayag is nearest town to Palkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Palkot
Population of Palkot
According to the 2011 Census, Palkot has a total population of about 197, with approximately 95 males and 102 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 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 74.62%, with male literacy at about 83.16% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 95 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 16 | 34 |
Connectivity of Palkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkot. As per the 2011 stats, Palkot 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 Palkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Palkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palkot
- Where is Palkot located?
- Palkot village is situated in Narendranagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palkot is Guriyali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palkot?
- The pincode of Palkot is 249105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkot is 197, with 95 males and 102 females.
- How many households are there in Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palkot village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkot is 74.62%. The male literacy rate is 83.16%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.