Tyuna - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Tyuna is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 60 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tyuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tyuna is 043221. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.09 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tyuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tyuna
As per Census 2011, Tyuna village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 234 males and 266 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tyuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 234 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 185 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 49 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Tyuna
Tyuna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arota | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Tyalani | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Chyali | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Moltha Chak Tyalani | North | 1.96 km |
| Pabela | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Kund Bharpur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Bajela Chak Tyurna | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Talyamandal | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Rasoli | South | 2.55 km |
| Gurai | South-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tyuna
Tyuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 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 Tyuna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tyuna is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tyuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tyuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tyuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tyuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tyuna
Where is Tyuna located?
Tyuna village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tyuna?
Tyuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tyuna?
The pincode of Tyuna is 249122.
What is the population of Tyuna?
Tyuna has a total population of 500, including 234 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Tyuna?
There are 107 households in Tyuna.
What is the literacy rate in Tyuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tyuna is 65.40%. Male literacy is 79.06% and female literacy is 53.38%.