Bharkot
Bharkot is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Bharkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bharkot unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Bharkot’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 Bharkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharkot is 040578. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249165. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Bharkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bharkot 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 Gangotri 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 Bharkot
Population of Bharkot
According to the 2011 Census, Bharkot has a total population of about 1,252, with approximately 637 males and 615 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 296 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 61.90%, with male literacy at about 72.53% and female literacy near 50.89%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bharkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 637 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 155 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 775 | 462 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 175 | 302 |
Connectivity of Bharkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharkot. As per the 2011 stats, Bharkot 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 Bharkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Bharkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bharkot
- Where is Bharkot located?
- Bharkot village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bharkot?
- Bharkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bharkot?
- The pincode of Bharkot is 249165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharkot is 1,252, with 637 males and 615 females.
- How many households are there in Bharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bharkot village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bharkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharkot is 61.90%. The male literacy rate is 72.53%, while the female literacy rate is 50.89%.