Arakot - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Arakot is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 14 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Arakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arakot is 043984. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.93 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Arakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arakot
As per Census 2011, Arakot village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 204 males and 227 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 204 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 175 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 29 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Arakot
Arakot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hadam Talla | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Bara Khet | West | 1.02 km |
| Tilwal Gaon | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Jakhot | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Arogi | North | 1.44 km |
| Mudan Gaon | South | 1.46 km |
| Riyunti | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Jhaildiyal Gaon | South | 2.10 km |
| Devari Malli | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Manjyar Gaon | North-East | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arakot
Arakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Arakot is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Arakot is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arakot
Where is Arakot located?
Arakot village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arakot?
Arakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arakot?
The pincode of Arakot is 249145.
What is the population of Arakot?
Arakot has a total population of 431, including 204 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Arakot?
There are 115 households in Arakot.
What is the literacy rate in Arakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arakot is 74.25%. Male literacy is 85.78% and female literacy is 63.88%.