Thiklana - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Thiklana is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Almora and around 65 km from Almora. Thiklana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thiklana is 052895. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.6 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Thiklana 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 Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Thiklana
According to the 2011 Census, Thiklana village had a total population of 345 people, including 142 males and 203 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,430 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.70%, with male literacy at 84.40% and female literacy at 57.69%.
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 | 345 | 142 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 92 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 50 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Thiklana
Thiklana 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 Thiklana
Thiklana 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Thiklana is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thiklana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thiklana 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 Thiklana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thiklana 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 Thiklana
Where is Thiklana located?
Thiklana village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thiklana?
Thiklana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thiklana?
The pincode of Thiklana is 263623.
What is the population of Thiklana?
Thiklana had a total population of 345, including 142 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Thiklana?
Thiklana had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thiklana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thiklana was 67.70%. Male literacy was 84.40% and female literacy was 57.69%.