Tankila - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Tankila is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bhingee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tankila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tankila is 042172. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.36 hectares and falls under the 246419 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tankila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tankila
According to the 2011 Census, Tankila village had a total population of 104 people, including 52 males and 52 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.44%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Tankila
Tankila 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 Tankila
Tankila 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Tankila is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tankila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tankila 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tankila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tankila 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 Tankila
Where is Tankila located?
Tankila village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankila?
The Gram Panchayat of Tankila is Bhingee.
What is the pincode of Tankila?
The pincode of Tankila is 246419.
What is the population of Tankila?
Tankila had a total population of 104, including 52 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Tankila?
Tankila had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tankila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tankila was 84.44%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 75.00%.