Thangira - Tharali, Chamoli
Thangira is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kurad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thangira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangira is 041689. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.8 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Thangira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Thangira
According to the 2011 Census, Thangira village had a total population of 215 people, including 107 males and 108 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 215 | 107 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 19 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Thangira
Thangira 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 Thangira
Public transport in the Thangira 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 >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 Thangira is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Thangira is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thangira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thangira
Where is Thangira located?
Thangira village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thangira?
The Gram Panchayat of Thangira is Kurad.
What is the pincode of Thangira?
The pincode of Thangira is 246481.
What is the population of Thangira?
Thangira had a total population of 215, including 107 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Thangira?
Thangira had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangira was 80.00%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 66.67%.