Thakrari - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Thakrari is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Korna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakrari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakrari is 040146. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.99 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Thakrari 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 Thakrari
According to the 2011 Census, Thakrari village had a total population of 248 people, including 135 males and 113 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.59%, with male literacy at 83.48% and female literacy at 49.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 248 | 135 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 96 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 39 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Thakrari
Thakrari 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 Thakrari
Thakrari 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Thakrari is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Thakrari is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakrari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakrari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thakrari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakrari 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 Thakrari
Where is Thakrari located?
Thakrari village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakrari?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakrari is Korna.
What is the pincode of Thakrari?
The pincode of Thakrari is 249185.
What is the population of Thakrari?
Thakrari had a total population of 248, including 135 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Thakrari?
Thakrari had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thakrari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakrari was 67.59%. Male literacy was 83.48% and female literacy was 49.50%.