Syal Kund - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Syal Kund is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 55 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Syalkund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syal Kund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syal Kund is 042931. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.4 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Syal Kund 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 Syal Kund
According to the 2011 Census, Syal Kund village had a total population of 497 people, including 234 males and 263 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.24%, with male literacy at 92.23% and female literacy at 59.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 497 | 234 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 178 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 56 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Syal Kund
Syal Kund is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Molno Maya Paukhal | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Pali Lagg Koti | East | 1.83 km |
| Lawaigaon | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Doni Valunda | North | 2.17 km |
| Kandiyal Gaon | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Dhaulagi | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Kwanli | West | 3.09 km |
| Amoli | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Machhiyari | South | 3.15 km |
| Ashgarh | North | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Syal Kund
Public transport in the Syal Kund is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Syal Kund is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Syal Kund is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syal Kund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syal Kund 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Syal Kund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syal Kund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Syal Kund
Where is Syal Kund located?
Syal Kund village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Syal Kund?
The Gram Panchayat of Syal Kund is Syalkund.
What is the pincode of Syal Kund?
The pincode of Syal Kund is 249155.
What is the population of Syal Kund?
Syal Kund had a total population of 497, including 234 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Syal Kund?
Syal Kund had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syal Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syal Kund was 74.24%. Male literacy was 92.23% and female literacy was 59.40%.