Tankan
About Tankan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tankan village is 047253. Tankan village is located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Gweel is the gram panchayat of Tankan village.
The total geographical area of village is 124.08 hectares. Tankan has a total population of 69 peoples, out of which male population is 29 while female population is 40. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1379 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tankan village is 71.01% out of which 86.21% males and 60.00% females are literate. There are about 18 houses in tankan village. Pincode of tankan village locality is 246144.
When it comes to administration, Tankan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Tankan village comes under Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Lansdowne is nearest town to tankan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
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Population of Tankan
The population details of Tankan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Connectivity of Tankan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tankan
Where is Tankan located?
Tankan village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tankan is Gweel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tankan?
The pincode of Tankan is 246144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tankan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tankan is 69, with 29 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Tankan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tankan village has a total of 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tankan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tankan is 71.01%. The male literacy rate is 86.21%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.