Tikhon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Tikhon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Tehri and around 60 km from New Tehri. Tikhon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikhon is 043814. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.04 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Tikhon 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 Tikhon
As per Census 2011, Tikhon village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 329 males and 361 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 329 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 255 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 74 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Tikhon
Tikhon 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 Tikhon
Tikhon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Chamba to Tikhon is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tikhon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikhon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikhon
Where is Tikhon located?
Tikhon village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikhon?
Tikhon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tikhon?
The pincode of Tikhon is 249131.
What is the population of Tikhon?
Tikhon has a total population of 690, including 329 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Tikhon?
There are 144 households in Tikhon.
What is the literacy rate in Tikhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikhon is 63.33%. Male literacy is 77.51% and female literacy is 50.42%.