Talkot - Jainti, Almora
Talkot is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Udiyary serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkot is 053504. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.36 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Talkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Talkot
According to the 2011 Census, Talkot village had a total population of 96 people, including 52 males and 44 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.61%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.95%.
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 | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Talkot
Talkot 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 Talkot
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Talkot.
| 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 Talkot is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkot 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talkot
Where is Talkot located?
Talkot village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Talkot is Udiyary.
What is the pincode of Talkot?
The pincode of Talkot is 263626.
What is the population of Talkot?
Talkot had a total population of 96, including 52 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Talkot?
Talkot had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkot was 89.61%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.95%.