Tunkande - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Tunkande is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Lohaghat and around 32 km from Champawat. Tun Kandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunkande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunkande is 054312. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.66 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Tunkande 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 Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tunkande
According to the 2011 Census, Tunkande village had a total population of 219 people, including 92 males and 127 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,380 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 62.04%.
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 | 219 | 92 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 21 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Tunkande
Tunkande 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 Tunkande
Tunkande 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 | 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 Lohaghat to Tunkande is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Tunkande is about 32 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 Tunkande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunkande 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tunkande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunkande 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 Tunkande
Where is Tunkande located?
Tunkande village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tunkande?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunkande is Tun Kandey.
What is the pincode of Tunkande?
The pincode of Tunkande is 262524.
What is the population of Tunkande?
Tunkande had a total population of 219, including 92 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Tunkande?
Tunkande had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunkande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunkande was 75.00%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 62.04%.