Taal - Arki, Solan
Taal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghanagughat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taal is 020083. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.07 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Taal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taal
As per Census 2011, Taal village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 50 males and 61 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,220 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 50 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Taal
Taal 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 Taal
Taal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Taal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taal 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 Taal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taal
Where is Taal located?
Taal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taal?
The Gram Panchayat of Taal is Ghanagughat.
What is the pincode of Taal?
The pincode of Taal is 173208.
What is the population of Taal?
Taal has a total population of 111, including 50 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Taal?
There are 19 households in Taal.
What is the literacy rate in Taal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taal is 67.57%. Male literacy is 76.00% and female literacy is 60.66%.