Tikari - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Tikari is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 96 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Lalotna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikari is 044211. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.55 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Tikari 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 Tikari
As per Census 2011, Tikari village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 98 males and 111 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 98 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 27 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Tikari
Tikari 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 Tikari
Public transport in the Tikari is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tikari is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tikari is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tikari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikari 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 Tikari
Where is Tikari located?
Tikari village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikari is Lalotna.
What is the pincode of Tikari?
The pincode of Tikari is 249180.
What is the population of Tikari?
Tikari has a total population of 209, including 98 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Tikari?
There are 35 households in Tikari.
What is the literacy rate in Tikari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikari is 65.07%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 58.56%.