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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Ontana village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 168 males and 199 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,184 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ontana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 168 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 367, including 168 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Ontana?
There are 74 households in Ontana.
What is the literacy rate in Ontana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ontana is 66.49%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 59.80%.