Tankul
About Tankul
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tankul village is 049096. Tankul village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Tankul village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 124.2 hectares. Tankul has a total population of 332 peoples, out of which male population is 160 while female population is 172. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1075 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tankul village is 61.75% out of which 73.75% males and 50.58% females are literate. There are about 63 houses in tankul village. Pincode of tankul village locality is 264546.
When it comes to administration, Tankul 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, Tankul village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to tankul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Tankul
The population details of Tankul 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 | 332 | 160 | 172 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 118 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 42 | 85 |
Connectivity of Tankul
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tankul
Where is Tankul located?
Tankul village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankul?
Tankul serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Tankul?
The pincode of Tankul is 264546, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tankul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tankul is 332, with 160 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Tankul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tankul village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tankul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tankul is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 73.75%, while the female literacy rate is 50.58%.