Teekar - Jainti, Almora
Teekar is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tiker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teekar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teekar is 053441. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.58 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Teekar 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teekar
According to the 2011 Census, Teekar village had a total population of 523 people, including 271 males and 252 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.31%, with male literacy at 96.20% and female literacy at 56.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 523 | 271 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 228 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 43 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Teekar
Teekar 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 Teekar
Teekar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Teekar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Teekar is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teekar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teekar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Teekar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teekar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Teekar
Where is Teekar located?
Teekar village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Teekar?
The Gram Panchayat of Teekar is Tiker.
What is the pincode of Teekar?
The pincode of Teekar is 263626.
What is the population of Teekar?
Teekar had a total population of 523, including 271 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Teekar?
Teekar had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teekar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teekar was 77.31%. Male literacy was 96.20% and female literacy was 56.68%.