Tanka Station - Dhanau, Barmer
Tanka Station is a village situated in the Dhanau tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from Chohtan and around 72 km from Barmer. Deengarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tanka Station village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanka Station is 088868. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Tanka Station village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tanka Station
According to the 2011 Census, Tanka Station village had a total population of 602 people, including 320 males and 282 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 30.97%.
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 | 602 | 320 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 172 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 148 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Tanka Station
Tanka Station 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 Tanka Station
Tanka Station is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barmer to Tanka Station is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tanka Station
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanka Station 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tanka Station
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanka Station 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 Tanka Station
Where is Tanka Station located?
Tanka Station village is located in Dhanau Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tanka Station?
The Gram Panchayat of Tanka Station is Deengarh.
What is the pincode of Tanka Station?
The pincode of Tanka Station is 344702.
What is the population of Tanka Station?
Tanka Station had a total population of 602, including 320 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Tanka Station?
Tanka Station had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tanka Station?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanka Station was 50.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 30.97%.