Tukari - Kunihar, Solan
Tukari is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Solan. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tukari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tukari is 020270. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Tukari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tukari
According to the 2011 Census, Tukari village had a total population of 479 people, including 243 males and 236 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.44%, with male literacy at 89.64% and female literacy at 83.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 479 | 243 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 199 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 44 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Tukari
Tukari 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 Tukari
Tukari 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Tukari is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tukari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tukari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tukari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tukari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tukari
Where is Tukari located?
Tukari village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tukari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tukari is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Tukari?
The pincode of Tukari is 173207.
What is the population of Tukari?
Tukari had a total population of 479, including 243 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Tukari?
Tukari had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tukari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tukari was 86.44%. Male literacy was 89.64% and female literacy was 83.10%.