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
As per Census 2011, Thangar village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 159 males and 190 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 159 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 349, including 159 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Thangar?
There are 76 households in Thangar.
What is the literacy rate in Thangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangar is 74.79%. Male literacy is 84.91% and female literacy is 66.32%.