Talla Biswa - Ranikhet, Almora
Talla Biswa is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malla Visuva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talla Biswa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talla Biswa is 052404. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.16 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talla Biswa 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 Talla Biswa
According to the 2011 Census, Talla Biswa village had a total population of 220 people, including 102 males and 118 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.83%, with male literacy at 97.87% and female literacy at 80.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 220 | 102 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 10 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Talla Biswa
Talla Biswa 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 Talla Biswa
Talla Biswa 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 5-10 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 Talla Biswa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Talla Biswa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talla Biswa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talla Biswa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talla Biswa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talla Biswa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talla Biswa
Where is Talla Biswa located?
Talla Biswa village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talla Biswa?
The Gram Panchayat of Talla Biswa is Malla Visuva.
What is the pincode of Talla Biswa?
The pincode of Talla Biswa is 263645.
What is the population of Talla Biswa?
Talla Biswa had a total population of 220, including 102 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Talla Biswa?
Talla Biswa had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talla Biswa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talla Biswa was 88.83%. Male literacy was 97.87% and female literacy was 80.58%.