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
According to the 2011 Census, Tikhon village had a total population of 690 people, including 329 males and 361 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.35%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 57.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 690 | 329 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 690, including 329 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Tikhon?
Tikhon had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikhon was 72.35%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 57.78%.