Takrota - Parwanoo, Solan
Takrota is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from Solan. Mehlon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takrota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takrota is 021729. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.66 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Parwanoo is the nearest town.
Takrota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takrota
According to the 2011 Census, Takrota village had a total population of 209 people, including 110 males and 99 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.29%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 76.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 90 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Takrota
Takrota 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 Takrota
Takrota 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 Solan to Takrota is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takrota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takrota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Takrota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takrota 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takrota
Where is Takrota located?
Takrota village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takrota?
The Gram Panchayat of Takrota is Mehlon.
What is the pincode of Takrota?
The pincode of Takrota is 173220.
What is the population of Takrota?
Takrota had a total population of 209, including 110 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Takrota?
Takrota had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takrota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takrota was 82.29%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 76.40%.