Tankul Village - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Tankul is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Tankul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tankul is 049096. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.2 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Tankul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tankul
As per Census 2011, Tankul village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 160 males and 172 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tankul are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 160 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 118 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 42 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Tankul
Tankul 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 Tankul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tankul.
| 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 Dharchula to Tankul is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tankul is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tankul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tankul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tankul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tankul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tankul
Where is Tankul located?
Tankul village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankul?
Tankul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tankul?
The pincode of Tankul is 262547.
What is the population of Tankul?
Tankul has a total population of 332, including 160 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Tankul?
There are 63 households in Tankul.
What is the literacy rate in Tankul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tankul is 61.75%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 50.58%.