Taknar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Taknar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Taknar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taknar is 050817. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.97 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Taknar 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taknar
According to the 2011 Census, Taknar village had a total population of 208 people, including 96 males and 112 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.43%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 63.64%.
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 | 208 | 96 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Taknar
Taknar 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 Taknar
Taknar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Taknar is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taknar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taknar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taknar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taknar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taknar
Where is Taknar located?
Taknar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taknar?
Taknar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taknar?
The pincode of Taknar is 263640.
What is the population of Taknar?
Taknar had a total population of 208, including 96 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Taknar?
Taknar had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taknar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taknar was 75.43%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 63.64%.