Taknar
Taknar is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Taknar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Taknar unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Taknar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Taknar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taknar is 050817. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263640. Bageshwar is nearest town to Taknar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
When it comes to local governance, Taknar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Taknar
Population of Taknar
According to the 2011 Census, Taknar has a total population of about 208, with approximately 96 males and 112 females. The sex ratio is around 1166 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.46%, with male literacy at about 71.88% and female literacy near 56.25%. There are around 45 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taknar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 208 | 96 | 112 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 132 | 69 | 63 |
Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Connectivity of Taknar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taknar. As per the 2011 stats, Taknar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taknar
Knowing the nearby villages of Taknar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taknar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taknar
- Where is Taknar located?
- Taknar village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taknar?
- Taknar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taknar?
- The pincode of Taknar is 263640, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taknar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taknar is 208, with 96 males and 112 females.
- How many households are there in Taknar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taknar village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taknar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taknar is 63.46%. The male literacy rate is 71.88%, while the female literacy rate is 56.25%.