Meyon Talla - Ranikhet, Almora
Meyon Talla is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Matilaa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meyon Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meyon Talla is 052501. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.83 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Meyon Talla 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 Meyon Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Meyon Talla village had a total population of 109 people, including 49 males and 60 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,224 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.64%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Meyon Talla
Meyon Talla 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 Meyon Talla
Meyon Talla 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 <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 Meyon Talla is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Meyon Talla is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meyon Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meyon Talla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meyon Talla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meyon Talla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meyon Talla
Where is Meyon Talla located?
Meyon Talla village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meyon Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Meyon Talla is Matilaa.
What is the pincode of Meyon Talla?
The pincode of Meyon Talla is 263645.
What is the population of Meyon Talla?
Meyon Talla had a total population of 109, including 49 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Meyon Talla?
Meyon Talla had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meyon Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meyon Talla was 87.64%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 80.00%.