Tikhon
Tikhon is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Tikhon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tikhon unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Tikhon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tikhon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tikhon is 043814. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249131. Chamba is nearest town to Tikhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tikhon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tikhon
Population of Tikhon
According to the 2011 Census, Tikhon has a total population of about 690, with approximately 329 males and 361 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.33%, with male literacy at about 77.51% and female literacy near 50.42%. There are around 144 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tikhon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 437 | 255 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 74 | 179 |
Connectivity of Tikhon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tikhon. As per the 2011 stats, Tikhon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tikhon
Knowing the nearby villages of Tikhon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tikhon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tikhon
- Where is Tikhon located?
- Tikhon village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tikhon?
- Tikhon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tikhon?
- The pincode of Tikhon is 249131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tikhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tikhon is 690, with 329 males and 361 females.
- How many households are there in Tikhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tikhon village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tikhon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tikhon is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 77.51%, while the female literacy rate is 50.42%.