Tilwal Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Tilwal Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dewaritalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilwal Gaon is 043923. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.75 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tilwal Gaon 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 Tilwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Tilwal Gaon village had a total population of 38 people, including 17 males and 21 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.14%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Tilwal Gaon
Tilwal Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hadam Talla | South | 0.49 km |
| Arogi | West | 0.86 km |
| Manjyar Gaon | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Arakot | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Churer Dhar | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Kanthar Gaon | North | 1.60 km |
| Bara Khet | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Jakhot | South | 2.22 km |
| Nail Talla | East | 2.23 km |
| Chopariyal Gaon | North-West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilwal Gaon
Public transport in the Tilwal Gaon 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 24.1 km.
| 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 Tilwal Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tilwal Gaon is about 25 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 Tilwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilwal Gaon 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 Tilwal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilwal Gaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tilwal Gaon
Where is Tilwal Gaon located?
Tilwal Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilwal Gaon is Dewaritalli.
What is the pincode of Tilwal Gaon?
The pincode of Tilwal Gaon is 249145.
What is the population of Tilwal Gaon?
Tilwal Gaon had a total population of 38, including 17 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Tilwal Gaon?
Tilwal Gaon had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilwal Gaon was 77.14%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 73.68%.