Tana - Ranikhet, Almora
Tana is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tana is 052316. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.59 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tana 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 Tana
According to the 2011 Census, Tana village had a total population of 379 people, including 173 males and 206 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,191 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.04%, with male literacy at 95.30% and female literacy at 71.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 379 | 173 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 31 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Tana
Tana 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 Tana
Tana 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Tana is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Tana is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tana
Where is Tana located?
Tana village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tana?
Tana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tana?
The pincode of Tana is 263645.
What is the population of Tana?
Tana had a total population of 379, including 173 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Tana?
Tana had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tana was 82.04%. Male literacy was 95.30% and female literacy was 71.35%.