Tamundi - Pokhari, Chamoli
Tamundi is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Tamundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamundi is 041218. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.99 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Tamundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamundi
According to the 2011 Census, Tamundi village had a total population of 256 people, including 117 males and 139 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.27%, with male literacy at 98.04% and female literacy at 74.59%.
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 | 256 | 117 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 17 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Tamundi
Tamundi 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 Tamundi
Tamundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Tamundi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Tamundi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamundi 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 Tamundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tamundi
Where is Tamundi located?
Tamundi village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tamundi?
Tamundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tamundi?
The pincode of Tamundi is 246473.
What is the population of Tamundi?
Tamundi had a total population of 256, including 117 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Tamundi?
Tamundi had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tamundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamundi was 85.27%. Male literacy was 98.04% and female literacy was 74.59%.