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
According to the 2011 Census, Arakot village had a total population of 431 people, including 204 males and 227 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.01%, with male literacy at 95.11% and female literacy at 68.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 431, including 204 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Arakot?
Arakot had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arakot was 81.01%. Male literacy was 95.11% and female literacy was 68.72%.