Tonkhand
Tonkhand is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Tonkhand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tonkhand unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Tonkhand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tonkhand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tonkhand is 042968. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Tehri is nearest town to Tonkhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Tonkhand
Population of Tonkhand
According to the 2011 Census, Tonkhand has a total population of about 219, with approximately 114 males and 105 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.60%, with male literacy at about 84.21% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 45 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tonkhand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 114 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 159 | 96 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 18 | 42 |
Connectivity of Tonkhand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tonkhand. As per the 2011 stats, Tonkhand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tonkhand
Knowing the nearby villages of Tonkhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tonkhand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tonkhand
- Where is Tonkhand located?
- Tonkhand village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tonkhand?
- Tonkhand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tonkhand?
- The pincode of Tonkhand is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tonkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tonkhand is 219, with 114 males and 105 females.
- How many households are there in Tonkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tonkhand village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tonkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tonkhand is 72.60%. The male literacy rate is 84.21%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.