Plas - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Plas is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Plas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Plas is 043848. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.8 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Plas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Plas
According to the 2011 Census, Plas village had a total population of 54 people, including 30 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 73.91%.
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 | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Plas
Plas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raulakot | East | 0.78 km |
| Godi Sirain | South | 0.78 km |
| Paneeth | West | 0.91 km |
| Dobara | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Saur Math | North | 1.32 km |
| Goran | South | 1.36 km |
| Malideval Chak Saur | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Indar | West | 1.60 km |
| Maldeval | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Gagar Gaon | West | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Plas
Plas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Plas is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Plas is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Plas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Plas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Plas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Plas 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Plas
Where is Plas located?
Plas village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Plas?
Plas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Plas?
The pincode of Plas is 249001.
What is the population of Plas?
Plas had a total population of 54, including 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Plas?
Plas had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Plas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Plas was 84.00%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 73.91%.