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
As per Census 2011, Thadung village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 270 males and 273 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thadung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 270 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| 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 has a total population of 543, including 270 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Thadung?
There are 84 households in Thadung.
What is the literacy rate in Thadung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thadung is 47.88%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 34.80%.