Talchauna - Bhanoli, Almora
Talchauna is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kachhiyola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talchauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talchauna is 053601. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.81 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Talchauna 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 Talchauna
According to the 2011 Census, Talchauna village had a total population of 127 people, including 57 males and 70 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,228 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 59.68%.
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 | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 10 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Talchauna
Talchauna 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 Talchauna
Talchauna 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 5-10 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 Talchauna is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talchauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talchauna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talchauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talchauna 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 Talchauna
Where is Talchauna located?
Talchauna village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talchauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Talchauna is Kachhiyola.
What is the pincode of Talchauna?
The pincode of Talchauna is 263622.
What is the population of Talchauna?
Talchauna had a total population of 127, including 57 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Talchauna?
Talchauna had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talchauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talchauna was 76.36%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 59.68%.