Thanki - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Thanki is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Thanki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanki is 040298. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.29 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Thanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Thanki
According to the 2011 Census, Thanki village had a total population of 137 people, including 79 males and 58 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 734 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.55%, with male literacy at 73.61% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 26 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Thanki
Thanki 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 Thanki
Thanki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thanki is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Thanki is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanki 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 Thanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanki 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 Thanki
Where is Thanki located?
Thanki village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thanki?
Thanki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thanki?
The pincode of Thanki is 249141.
What is the population of Thanki?
Thanki had a total population of 137, including 79 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Thanki?
Thanki had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanki was 68.55%. Male literacy was 73.61% and female literacy was 61.54%.