Tyunkhar - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Tyunkhar is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Tyukhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tyunkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tyunkhar is 042629. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.45 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Tyunkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tyunkhar
As per Census 2011, Tyunkhar village has a total population of 1,656 people, consisting of 860 males and 796 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,099 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tyunkhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,656 | 860 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 124 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 688 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 172 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Tyunkhar
Tyunkhar 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 Tyunkhar
Tyunkhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Tyunkhar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tyunkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tyunkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tyunkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tyunkhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tyunkhar
Where is Tyunkhar located?
Tyunkhar village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tyunkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tyunkhar is Tyukhar.
What is the pincode of Tyunkhar?
The pincode of Tyunkhar is 246475.
What is the population of Tyunkhar?
Tyunkhar has a total population of 1,656, including 860 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Tyunkhar?
There are 283 households in Tyunkhar.
What is the literacy rate in Tyunkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tyunkhar is 66.36%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 51.63%.