Arakot - Mori, Uttarkashi
Arakot is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 202 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Arakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arakot is 040199. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.99 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Rohadoo is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Arakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arakot
As per Census 2011, Arakot village has a total population of 748 people, consisting of 417 males and 331 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 793 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 518 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | 417 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 158 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 314 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 103 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Arakot
Arakot 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 Arakot
Arakot 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 | 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 Rohadoo to Arakot is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Arakot is about 202 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.8 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arakot
Where is Arakot located?
Arakot village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi 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 249128.
What is the population of Arakot?
Arakot has a total population of 748, including 417 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Arakot?
There are 188 households in Arakot.
What is the literacy rate in Arakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arakot is 69.25%. Male literacy is 75.30% and female literacy is 61.63%.