Tana - Someshwar, Almora
Tana is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tana is 053332. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.81 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Tana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tana
As per Census 2011, Tana village has a total population of 528 people, consisting of 245 males and 283 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 528 | 245 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 197 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 48 | 114 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Tana is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 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 Tana
Where is Tana located?
Tana village is located in Someshwar 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 263637.
What is the population of Tana?
Tana has a total population of 528, including 245 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Tana?
There are 116 households in Tana.
What is the literacy rate in Tana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tana is 69.32%. Male literacy is 80.41% and female literacy is 59.72%.