Tungeshwar - Tharali, Chamoli
Tungeshwar is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Tungeshwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungeshwar is 041722. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.4 hectares and falls under the 246482 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Tungeshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tungeshwar
As per Census 2011, Tungeshwar village has a total population of 444 people, consisting of 206 males and 238 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tungeshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 444 | 206 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 30 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 165 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 41 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Tungeshwar
Tungeshwar 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 Tungeshwar
Public transport in the Tungeshwar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Tungeshwar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Tungeshwar is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tungeshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungeshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tungeshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungeshwar 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 Tungeshwar
Where is Tungeshwar located?
Tungeshwar village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungeshwar?
Tungeshwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tungeshwar?
The pincode of Tungeshwar is 246482.
What is the population of Tungeshwar?
Tungeshwar has a total population of 444, including 206 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Tungeshwar?
There are 91 households in Tungeshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Tungeshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungeshwar is 70.95%. Male literacy is 80.10% and female literacy is 63.03%.