Thalwal Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Thalwal Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 83 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nawadidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalwal Gaon is 044186. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.9 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Thalwal Gaon 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 Thalwal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Thalwal Gaon village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 34 males and 52 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,529 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 23 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thalwal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 34 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 6 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Thalwal Gaon
Thalwal Gaon 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 Thalwal Gaon
Thalwal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Mussoorie to Thalwal Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Thalwal Gaon is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thalwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalwal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thalwal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalwal Gaon 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 Thalwal Gaon
Where is Thalwal Gaon located?
Thalwal Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalwal Gaon is Nawadidhar.
What is the pincode of Thalwal Gaon?
The pincode of Thalwal Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Thalwal Gaon?
Thalwal Gaon has a total population of 86, including 34 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Thalwal Gaon?
There are 12 households in Thalwal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thalwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalwal Gaon is 73.26%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 67.31%.