Arakot
Arakot is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Arakot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arakot unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Arakot’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 Arakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arakot is 043984. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Tehri is nearest town to Arakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arakot 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 Tehri 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 Arakot
Population of Arakot
According to the 2011 Census, Arakot has a total population of about 431, with approximately 204 males and 227 females. The sex ratio is around 1112 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 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 74.25%, with male literacy at about 85.78% and female literacy near 63.88%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 431 | 204 | 227 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 320 | 175 | 145 |
Illiterate Population | 111 | 29 | 82 |
Connectivity of Arakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arakot. As per the 2011 stats, Arakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Arakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arakot
- Where is Arakot located?
- Arakot village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arakot?
- Arakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arakot?
- The pincode of Arakot is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arakot is 431, with 204 males and 227 females.
- How many households are there in Arakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arakot village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arakot is 74.25%. The male literacy rate is 85.78%, while the female literacy rate is 63.88%.