Taksal
Taksal is a village located in Kasauli tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 41km away from district headquarter Kasauli. Kasauli is the sub-district headquarter of Taksal village. As per 2009 stats, Taksal village is also a gram panchayat.
Taksal has its own place in the vibrant Solan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Taksal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taksal is 021542. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173220. Parwanoo is nearest town to Taksal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Taksal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Taksal
Population of Taksal
Below is a concise population overview of Taksal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,172 | 1,951 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 219 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 967 | 536 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,371 | 1,571 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 380 | 421 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taksal village:
- The total population of Taksal village is around 3,172, including approximately 1,951 males and 1,221 females, with a sex ratio of 625 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 417 children aged 0–6 years in Taksal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taksal village has 967 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Taksal village is about 74.75%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 65.52%.
- There are around 1,011 households in Taksal village.
Connectivity of Taksal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taksal. As per the 2011 stats, Taksal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taksal
Knowing the nearby villages of Taksal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taksal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taksal
- Where is Taksal located?
- Taksal village is situated in Kasauli Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taksal?
- Taksal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taksal?
- The pincode of Taksal is 173220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taksal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taksal is 3,172, with 1,951 males and 1,221 females.
- How many households are there in Taksal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taksal village has a total of 1,011 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taksal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taksal is 74.75%. The male literacy rate is 80.52%, while the female literacy rate is 65.52%.