Than Dobhalu Ka - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Than Dobhalu Ka is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 13 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Thandobhaloun Ka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Than Dobhalu Ka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Than Dobhalu Ka is 044023. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.43 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Than Dobhalu Ka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Than Dobhalu Ka
As per Census 2011, Than Dobhalu Ka village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 150 males and 141 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Than Dobhalu Ka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 125 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 25 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Than Dobhalu Ka
Than Dobhalu Ka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumar Gaon | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Makhaliyan Chak | North | 1.06 km |
| Sabali Talli | South | 1.06 km |
| Jagdhar | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Riyunti | North | 1.58 km |
| Chaman Gaon | West | 1.71 km |
| Saundkoti | East | 1.91 km |
| Jakhot | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Mudan Gaon | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Sabali Malli | South | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Than Dobhalu Ka
Than Dobhalu Ka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| 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 Tehri to Than Dobhalu Ka is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Than Dobhalu Ka is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Than Dobhalu Ka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Than Dobhalu Ka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Than Dobhalu Ka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Than Dobhalu Ka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Than Dobhalu Ka
Where is Than Dobhalu Ka located?
Than Dobhalu Ka village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Than Dobhalu Ka?
The Gram Panchayat of Than Dobhalu Ka is Thandobhaloun Ka.
What is the pincode of Than Dobhalu Ka?
The pincode of Than Dobhalu Ka is 249001.
What is the population of Than Dobhalu Ka?
Than Dobhalu Ka has a total population of 291, including 150 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Than Dobhalu Ka?
There are 59 households in Than Dobhalu Ka.
What is the literacy rate in Than Dobhalu Ka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Than Dobhalu Ka is 71.82%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 59.57%.