Polkhand
About Polkhand
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Polkhand village is 043714. Polkhand village is located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Karash is the gram panchayat of Polkhand village.
The total geographical area of village is 6.3 hectares. Polkhand has a total population of 36 peoples, out of which male population is 15 while female population is 21. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1400 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of polkhand village is 72.22% out of which 86.67% males and 61.90% females are literate. There are about 11 houses in polkhand village. Pincode of polkhand village locality is 249121.
When it comes to administration, Polkhand village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Polkhand village comes under Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Tehri is nearest town to polkhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
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Population of Polkhand
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Connectivity of Polkhand
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Polkhand
Frequently Asked Questions about Polkhand
Where is Polkhand located?
Polkhand village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polkhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Polkhand is Karash (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Polkhand?
The pincode of Polkhand is 249121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Polkhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Polkhand is 36, with 15 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Polkhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Polkhand village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polkhand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Polkhand is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 86.67%, while the female literacy rate is 61.90%.