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.
Dharkot 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Dharkot 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharkot village:
- The total population of Dharkot village is around 491, including approximately 224 males and 267 females, with a sex ratio of 1191 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Dharkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dharkot village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dharkot village is about 72.91%, with male literacy at 84.82% and female literacy at 62.92%.
- There are around 134 households in Dharkot village.
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%.