Dharkot
Dharkot is a village located in Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Pratapnagar (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Dharkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharkot unique in its vibrant Pratapnagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Dharkot’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 Dharkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharkot is 043553. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249131. Tehri is nearest town to Dharkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dharkot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dharkot
Population of Dharkot
According to the 2011 Census, Dharkot has a total population of about 491, with approximately 224 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 1191 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 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 72.91%, with male literacy at about 84.82% and female literacy near 62.92%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 224 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 358 | 190 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 34 | 99 |
Connectivity of Dharkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharkot. As per the 2011 stats, Dharkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharkot
- Where is Dharkot located?
- Dharkot village is situated in Pratapnagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharkot?
- Dharkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharkot?
- The pincode of Dharkot is 249131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharkot is 491, with 224 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Dharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharkot village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharkot is 72.91%. The male literacy rate is 84.82%, while the female literacy rate is 62.92%.