Talar - Bhanoli, Almora
Talar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Taler Bhaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talar is 053700. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.37 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Talar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talar
According to the 2011 Census, Talar village had a total population of 155 people, including 80 males and 75 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.77%, with male literacy at 76.56% and female literacy at 63.08%.
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 | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 31 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Talar
Talar 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 Talar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Talar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talar 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 Talar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talar
Where is Talar located?
Talar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talar is Taler Bhaina.
What is the pincode of Talar?
The pincode of Talar is 263623.
What is the population of Talar?
Talar had a total population of 155, including 80 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Talar?
Talar had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talar was 69.77%. Male literacy was 76.56% and female literacy was 63.08%.