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.
Arakot 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Arakot 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arakot village:
- The total population of Arakot village is around 431, including approximately 204 males and 227 females, with a sex ratio of 1112 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Arakot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arakot village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Arakot village is about 74.25%, with male literacy at 85.78% and female literacy at 63.88%.
- There are around 115 households in Arakot village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.