Tarapkandi - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Tarapkandi is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Pauri and around 27 km from Pauri. Sutar Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarapkandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarapkandi is 045856. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.68 hectares and falls under the 246146 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Tarapkandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Tarapkandi
Tarapkandi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigyana Kandi | South | 0.59 km |
| Kansdev | South | 1.06 km |
| Uajiyar Gaon | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Kathur | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Mundiyali | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Pundry Lagga Ashuy | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Simalya | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Asueikhalsa | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Kapret | South | 2.28 km |
| Kusayana | West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarapkandi
Tarapkandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Tarapkandi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarapkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarapkandi 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 Tarapkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarapkandi 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 Tarapkandi
Where is Tarapkandi located?
Tarapkandi village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarapkandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarapkandi is Sutar Gaon.
What is the pincode of Tarapkandi?
The pincode of Tarapkandi is 246146.