Ankwan Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Ankwan Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Niswali Bhatgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankwan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankwan Gaon is 042842. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.31 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Ankwan Gaon 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankwan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ankwan Gaon village had a total population of 90 people, including 38 males and 52 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,368 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.00%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 88.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 6 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Ankwan Gaon
Ankwan 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 Ankwan Gaon
Ankwan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ankwan Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Ankwan Gaon is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ankwan Gaon is about 92 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 Ankwan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankwan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ankwan 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 Ankwan Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ankwan Gaon
Where is Ankwan Gaon located?
Ankwan Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ankwan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankwan Gaon is Niswali Bhatgaon.
What is the pincode of Ankwan Gaon?
The pincode of Ankwan Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Ankwan Gaon?
Ankwan Gaon had a total population of 90, including 38 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Ankwan Gaon?
Ankwan Gaon had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankwan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankwan Gaon was 92.00%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 88.10%.