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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taraghtall
As per Census 2011, Taraghtall village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 70 males and 86 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,228 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taraghtall are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 156, including 70 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Taraghtall?
There are 32 households in Taraghtall.
What is the literacy rate in Taraghtall?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taraghtall is 59.62%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 43.02%.