Timila - Ranikhet, Almora
Timila is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Timila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Timila is 052374. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.61 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Timila 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 Timila
As per Census 2011, Timila village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 86 males and 91 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Timila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 68 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 18 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Timila
Timila 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 Timila
Timila 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 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 Timila is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Timila is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Timila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Timila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Timila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Timila 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Timila
Where is Timila located?
Timila village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Timila?
Timila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Timila?
The pincode of Timila is 263663.
What is the population of Timila?
Timila has a total population of 177, including 86 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Timila?
There are 41 households in Timila.
What is the literacy rate in Timila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Timila is 65.54%. Male literacy is 79.07% and female literacy is 52.75%.