Talai - Syalde, Almora
Talai is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhikiyasain and around 140 km from Almora. Talai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talai is 051613. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.4 hectares and falls under the 263661 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Talai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talai
As per Census 2011, Talai village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 69 males and 100 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,449 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 69 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 13 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Talai
Talai 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 Talai
Public transport in the Talai is mainly available through shared van 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 Ramnagar to Talai is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Talai is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talai 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 Talai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talai 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 Talai
Where is Talai located?
Talai village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talai?
Talai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talai?
The pincode of Talai is 263661.
What is the population of Talai?
Talai has a total population of 169, including 69 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Talai?
There are 44 households in Talai.
What is the literacy rate in Talai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talai is 63.31%. Male literacy is 81.16% and female literacy is 51.00%.