Tungoli - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Tungoli 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. Tungoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungoli is 044061. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.75 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tungoli 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 Tungoli
According to the 2011 Census, Tungoli village had a total population of 357 people, including 145 males and 212 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,462 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.49%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 68.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 357 | 145 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 102 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 43 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Tungoli
Tungoli 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 Tungoli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tungoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Tungoli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tungoli 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 Tungoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tungoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungoli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tungoli
Where is Tungoli located?
Tungoli village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungoli?
Tungoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tungoli?
The pincode of Tungoli is 249001.
What is the population of Tungoli?
Tungoli had a total population of 357, including 145 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Tungoli?
Tungoli had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tungoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungoli was 76.49%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 68.62%.