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.
Palkot has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Palkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkot village:
- The total population of Palkot village is around 197, including approximately 95 males and 102 females, with a sex ratio of 1073 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Palkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palkot village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palkot village is about 74.62%, with male literacy at 83.16% and female literacy at 66.67%.
- There are around 52 households in Palkot village.
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%.