Tani - Bhikiasain, Almora
Tani is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhikiyasain and around 90 km from Almora. Tani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tani is 051724. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.38 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tani 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tani
According to the 2011 Census, Tani village had a total population of 218 people, including 88 males and 130 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,477 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 95.89% and female literacy at 62.07%.
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 | 218 | 88 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 18 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Tani
Tani 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 Tani
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Tani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ranikhet to Tani is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Tani is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tani 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 Tani
Where is Tani located?
Tani village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tani?
Tani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tani?
The pincode of Tani is 263645.
What is the population of Tani?
Tani had a total population of 218, including 88 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Tani?
Tani had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tani was 75.13%. Male literacy was 95.89% and female literacy was 62.07%.