Taal - Nalagarh, Solan
Taal is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Koedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taal is 020938. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.18 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh 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 Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taal
According to the 2011 Census, Taal village had a total population of 74 people, including 38 males and 36 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taal
Where is Taal located?
Taal village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taal?
The Gram Panchayat of Taal is Koedi.
What is the pincode of Taal?
The pincode of Taal is 174101.
What is the population of Taal?
Taal had a total population of 74, including 38 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Taal?
Taal had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taal was 76.19%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 60.00%.