Ontana - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Ontana is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Ontan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ontana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ontana is 044216. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.81 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ontana 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ontana
According to the 2011 Census, Ontana village had a total population of 367 people, including 168 males and 199 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.96%, with male literacy at 91.24% and female literacy at 67.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 367 | 168 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 43 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Ontana
Ontana 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 Ontana
Public transport in the Ontana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Ontana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Ontana is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ontana is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ontana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ontana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ontana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ontana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ontana
Where is Ontana located?
Ontana village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ontana?
The Gram Panchayat of Ontana is Ontan.
What is the pincode of Ontana?
The pincode of Ontana is 249180.
What is the population of Ontana?
Ontana had a total population of 367, including 168 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Ontana?
Ontana had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ontana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ontana was 77.96%. Male literacy was 91.24% and female literacy was 67.61%.