Tankan - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Tankan is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Lansdowne and around 118 km from Pauri. Gweel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tankan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tankan is 047253. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.08 hectares and falls under the 246173 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Tankan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tankan
According to the 2011 Census, Tankan village had a total population of 69 people, including 29 males and 40 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,379 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.38%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Tankan
Tankan 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 Tankan
Public transport in the Tankan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Tankan is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Tankan is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tankan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tankan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tankan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tankan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tankan
Where is Tankan located?
Tankan village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tankan is Gweel.
What is the pincode of Tankan?
The pincode of Tankan is 246173.
What is the population of Tankan?
Tankan had a total population of 69, including 29 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Tankan?
Tankan had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tankan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tankan was 75.38%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 63.16%.