Tamber - Thural, Kangra
Tamber is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tamber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamber is 011101. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.76 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tamber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamber
According to the 2011 Census, Tamber village had a total population of 220 people, including 85 males and 135 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,588 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.34%, with male literacy at 91.78% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 220 | 85 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 67 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 18 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Tamber
Tamber 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 Tamber
Public transport in the Tamber is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palampur to Tamber is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Tamber is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamber 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 Tamber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamber 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 Tamber
Where is Tamber located?
Tamber village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tamber?
The Gram Panchayat of Tamber is Kauna.
What is the pincode of Tamber?
The pincode of Tamber is 176107.
What is the population of Tamber?
Tamber had a total population of 220, including 85 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Tamber?
Tamber had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tamber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamber was 84.34%. Male literacy was 91.78% and female literacy was 80.00%.