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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Tana village had a total population of 528 people, including 245 males and 283 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,155 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.09%, with male literacy at 95.63% and female literacy at 67.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 528 | 245 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 528, including 245 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Tana?
Tana had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tana was 80.09%. Male literacy was 95.63% and female literacy was 67.33%.