Taintly - Bhalessa (Gandoh), Doda
Taintly is a village situated in the Bhalessa (Gandoh) tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Gandoh and around 70 km from Doda. Tantli serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Taintly village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taintly is 004384. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Taintly village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taintly
According to the 2011 Census, Taintly village had a total population of 1,200 people, including 588 males and 612 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.38%, with male literacy at 79.39% and female literacy at 48.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,200 | 588 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 389 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 199 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Taintly
Taintly 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 Taintly
Taintly 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 Doda to Taintly is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taintly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taintly 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 Taintly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taintly village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taintly
Where is Taintly located?
Taintly village is located in Bhalessa (Gandoh) Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Taintly?
The Halqa Panchayat of Taintly is Tantli.
What is the pincode of Taintly?
The pincode of Taintly is 182203.
What is the population of Taintly?
Taintly had a total population of 1,200, including 588 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Taintly?
Taintly had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taintly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taintly was 63.38%. Male literacy was 79.39% and female literacy was 48.16%.