Thadung - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Thadung is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Thadhung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thadung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thadung is 040168. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.85 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Thadung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thadung
According to the 2011 Census, Thadung village had a total population of 543 people, including 270 males and 273 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.52%, with male literacy at 73.01% and female literacy at 42.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 543 | 270 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 165 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 105 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Thadung
Thadung 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 Thadung
Thadung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Barkot to Thadung is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Thadung is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thadung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thadung 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 Thadung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thadung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thadung
Where is Thadung located?
Thadung village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thadung?
The Gram Panchayat of Thadung is Thadhung.
What is the pincode of Thadung?
The pincode of Thadung is 249185.
What is the population of Thadung?
Thadung had a total population of 543, including 270 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Thadung?
Thadung had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thadung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thadung was 57.52%. Male literacy was 73.01% and female literacy was 42.04%.