Thakulari - Ranikhet, Almora
Thakulari is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Thakulari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakulari is 052451. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.15 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Thakulari 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 Thakulari
As per Census 2011, Thakulari village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 151 males and 177 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,172 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakulari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 151 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 115 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 36 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Thakulari
Thakulari 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 Thakulari
Public transport in the Thakulari 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 Thakulari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Thakulari is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakulari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakulari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thakulari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakulari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thakulari
Where is Thakulari located?
Thakulari village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakulari?
Thakulari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thakulari?
The pincode of Thakulari is 263663.
What is the population of Thakulari?
Thakulari has a total population of 328, including 151 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Thakulari?
There are 64 households in Thakulari.
What is the literacy rate in Thakulari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakulari is 72.87%. Male literacy is 76.16% and female literacy is 70.06%.