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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Meyon Talla village has a total population of 109 people, consisting of 49 males and 60 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,224 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meyon Talla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 109, including 49 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Meyon Talla?
There are 24 households in Meyon Talla.
What is the literacy rate in Meyon Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meyon Talla is 71.56%. Male literacy is 77.55% and female literacy is 66.67%.