Taya - Machhor, Almora
Taya is a village situated in the Machhor tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 96 km from Sult and around 122 km from Almora. Taya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taya is 052231. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.46 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Taya 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taya
According to the 2011 Census, Taya village had a total population of 377 people, including 165 males and 212 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,285 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.40%, with male literacy at 88.32% and female literacy at 53.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 377 | 165 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 121 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 44 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Taya
Taya 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 Taya
Taya 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 Ramnagar to Taya is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Taya is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taya 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 Taya
Where is Taya located?
Taya village is located in Machhor Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taya?
Taya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taya?
The pincode of Taya is 263680.
What is the population of Taya?
Taya had a total population of 377, including 165 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Taya?
Taya had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taya was 68.40%. Male literacy was 88.32% and female literacy was 53.97%.