Tihar - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Tihar is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Tihar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tihar is 040720. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.78 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Tihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tihar
As per Census 2011, Tihar village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 237 males and 222 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tihar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 237 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 173 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 64 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Tihar
Tihar 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 Tihar
Tihar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Tihar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tihar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tihar 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 Tihar
Where is Tihar located?
Tihar village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tihar?
Tihar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tihar?
The pincode of Tihar is 249135.
What is the population of Tihar?
Tihar has a total population of 459, including 237 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Tihar?
There are 102 households in Tihar.
What is the literacy rate in Tihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tihar is 60.35%. Male literacy is 73.00% and female literacy is 46.85%.