Nakot - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Nakot is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 21 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nakot (juwa) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakot is 043869. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.57 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakot
As per Census 2011, Nakot village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 138 males and 174 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,260 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 138 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 106 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 32 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Nakot
Nakot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nakot
Nakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Nakot is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nakot is about 21 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 Nakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakot
Where is Nakot located?
Nakot village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakot is Nakot (juwa).
What is the pincode of Nakot?
The pincode of Nakot is 249130.
What is the population of Nakot?
Nakot has a total population of 312, including 138 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Nakot?
There are 72 households in Nakot.
What is the literacy rate in Nakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakot is 65.71%. Male literacy is 76.81% and female literacy is 56.90%.