Shreekot - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Shreekot is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Shrikot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shreekot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shreekot is 040124. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.68 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shreekot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shreekot
As per Census 2011, Shreekot village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 165 males and 177 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shreekot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 165 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 162 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 66 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Shreekot
Shreekot 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 Shreekot
Shreekot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Shreekot is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Shreekot is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shreekot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shreekot 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 Shreekot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shreekot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shreekot
Where is Shreekot located?
Shreekot village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shreekot?
The Gram Panchayat of Shreekot is Shrikot.
What is the pincode of Shreekot?
The pincode of Shreekot is 249185.
What is the population of Shreekot?
Shreekot has a total population of 342, including 165 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Shreekot?
There are 60 households in Shreekot.
What is the literacy rate in Shreekot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shreekot is 51.17%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 42.94%.