Thaklad - Bageshwar
Thaklad is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Thaklad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaklad is 050910. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.16 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Thaklad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thaklad
As per Census 2011, Thaklad village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 141 males and 178 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,262 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thaklad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 141 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 109 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Thaklad
Thaklad 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 Thaklad
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Thaklad.
| 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 Bageshwar to Thaklad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaklad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaklad 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 Thaklad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaklad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thaklad
Where is Thaklad located?
Thaklad village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaklad?
Thaklad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thaklad?
The pincode of Thaklad is 263641.
What is the population of Thaklad?
Thaklad has a total population of 319, including 141 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Thaklad?
There are 88 households in Thaklad.
What is the literacy rate in Thaklad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaklad is 73.98%. Male literacy is 77.30% and female literacy is 71.35%.