Tehsils in Garhwal District
Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in Garhwal, Uttarakhand
About Tehsils in Garhwal District
Garhwal District in Uttarakhand is divided into 13 tehsils (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 5,312 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.
Each tehsil in Garhwal District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Tehsil Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The tehsil office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.
Understanding the tehsil structure of Garhwal District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 13 tehsils in Garhwal District with their village coverage.
Terminology Note
In Uttarakhand, these administrative divisions are officially called tehsils. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.
List of Tehsils in Garhwal District
| # | Tehsil Name | Type | Villages | Population | View Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bironkhal | Tehsil | 493 | 40916 | View |
| 2 | Chakisain | Tehsil | 137 | 27357 | View |
| 3 | Chaubatta Khal | Tehsil | 420 | 36169 | View |
| 4 | Dhoomakot | Tehsil | 504 | 32948 | View |
| 5 | Jakhanikhal | Tehsil | 123 | 17268 | View |
| 6 | Kotdwara | Tehsil | 555 | 175232 | View |
| 7 | Lansdowne | Tehsil | 446 | 36751 | View |
| 8 | Pauri | Tehsil | 1,004 | 135002 | View |
| 9 | Rikhanikhal | Tehsil | 368 | 29005 | View |
| 10 | Satpuli | Tehsil | 463 | 31494 | View |
| 11 | Srinagar | Tehsil | 302 | 53689 | View |
| 12 | Thailisain | Tehsil | 208 | 32562 | View |
| 13 | Yamkeshwar | Tehsil | 289 | 38162 | View |
Browse Tehsils in Garhwal
Bironkhal
Population: 40916Chakisain
Population: 27357Chaubatta Khal
Population: 36169Dhoomakot
Population: 32948Jakhanikhal
Population: 17268Kotdwara
Population: 175232Lansdowne
Population: 36751Pauri
Population: 135002Rikhanikhal
Population: 29005Satpuli
Population: 31494Srinagar
Population: 53689Thailisain
Population: 32562Yamkeshwar
Population: 38162How to Use This Directory
This tehsil directory for Garhwal District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:
- Find your tehsil: Locate the tehsil that covers your village or area from the list above
- View detailed information: Click on any tehsil name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
- Access services: Identify the correct tehsil office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
- Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each tehsil
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tehsils are there in Garhwal District?
Garhwal District has 13 tehsils that together cover 5,312 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The tehsils are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at Garhwal.
What is the difference between a tehsil and a block in Garhwal District?
A tehsil is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in Garhwal District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).
Where is the tehsil office located in Garhwal District?
Each tehsil in Garhwal District has its own tehsil office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that tehsil. Click on any tehsil name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The tehsil office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.
How do I find which tehsil my village belongs to in Garhwal District?
To find your village's tehsil in Garhwal District: (1) Browse the tehsils listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the tehsil name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.
What services can I access at a tehsil office in Garhwal District?
Tehsil offices (Tahsildar offices) in Garhwal District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.