Thangar - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Thangar is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Yamkeshwar and around 165 km from Pauri. Thangar Akra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangar is 048722. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.61 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Thangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thangar
According to the 2011 Census, Thangar village had a total population of 349 people, including 159 males and 190 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.92%, with male literacy at 97.12% and female literacy at 73.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 349 | 159 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 24 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Thangar
Thangar 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 Thangar
Thangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Thangar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Thangar is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thangar
Where is Thangar located?
Thangar village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Thangar is Thangar Akra.
What is the pincode of Thangar?
The pincode of Thangar is 246121.
What is the population of Thangar?
Thangar had a total population of 349, including 159 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Thangar?
Thangar had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangar was 83.92%. Male literacy was 97.12% and female literacy was 73.26%.