Taraghtall - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Taraghtall is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dhanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taraghtall village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taraghtall is 051941. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.02 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Taraghtall village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Taraghtall
According to the 2011 Census, Taraghtall village had a total population of 156 people, including 70 males and 86 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.99%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 51.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 14 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Taraghtall
Taraghtall 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 Taraghtall
Taraghtall is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ranikhet to Taraghtall is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Taraghtall is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taraghtall
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taraghtall village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taraghtall
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taraghtall village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taraghtall
Where is Taraghtall located?
Taraghtall village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taraghtall?
The Gram Panchayat of Taraghtall is Dhanan.
What is the pincode of Taraghtall?
The pincode of Taraghtall is 263656.
What is the population of Taraghtall?
Taraghtall had a total population of 156, including 70 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Taraghtall?
Taraghtall had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taraghtall?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraghtall was 70.99%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 51.39%.