Tushkandi - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Tushkandi is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Devprayag and around 110 km from New Tehri. Kauliyadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tushkandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tushkandi is 043394. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.42 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Tushkandi 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tushkandi
According to the 2011 Census, Tushkandi village had a total population of 42 people, including 18 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.42%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 69.57%.
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 | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Tushkandi
Tushkandi 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 Tushkandi
Public transport in the Tushkandi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Tushkandi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tushkandi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tushkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tushkandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tushkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tushkandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tushkandi
Where is Tushkandi located?
Tushkandi village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tushkandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tushkandi is Kauliyadhar.
What is the pincode of Tushkandi?
The pincode of Tushkandi is 249161.
What is the population of Tushkandi?
Tushkandi had a total population of 42, including 18 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Tushkandi?
Tushkandi had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tushkandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tushkandi was 77.42%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 69.57%.