Tol - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Tol is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tol is 043134. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.53 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tol
According to the 2011 Census, Tol village had a total population of 82 people, including 31 males and 51 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,645 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.44%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 47.06%.
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 | 82 | 31 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Tol
Tol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pant Gaon | North | 0.73 km |
| Bindua | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Chamrara | South | 1.15 km |
| Pokhari Lagga Kharkola | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Kharsari Gaon | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Dikhol Gaon | North | 1.79 km |
| Panyali | South | 1.97 km |
| Ghandiyal | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Umrasu | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Raj Sera | East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tol. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Devprayag to Tol is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tol is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tol 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 Tol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tol 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 Tol
Where is Tol located?
Tol village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tol?
Tol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tol?
The pincode of Tol is 249122.
What is the population of Tol?
Tol had a total population of 82, including 31 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Tol?
Tol had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tol was 58.44%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 47.06%.