Thakala - Garud, Bageshwar
Thakala is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Thakala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakala is 051401. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.25 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Thakala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Thakala
According to the 2011 Census, Thakala village had a total population of 173 people, including 82 males and 91 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.96%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 51.22%.
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 | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 74 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 8 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Thakala
Thakala 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 Thakala
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thakala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Thakala is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thakala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thakala
Where is Thakala located?
Thakala village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thakala?
Thakala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thakala?
The pincode of Thakala is 263641.
What is the population of Thakala?
Thakala had a total population of 173, including 82 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Thakala?
Thakala had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thakala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakala was 72.96%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 51.22%.