Taituna - Gairsain, Chamoli
Taituna is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Teituda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taituna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taituna is 042038. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.98 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Taituna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Taituna
According to the 2011 Census, Taituna village had a total population of 511 people, including 247 males and 264 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.22%, with male literacy at 95.57% and female literacy at 76.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 511 | 247 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 194 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 53 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Taituna
Taituna 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 Taituna
Taituna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Taituna is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Taituna is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taituna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taituna 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 Taituna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taituna 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 Taituna
Where is Taituna located?
Taituna village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taituna?
The Gram Panchayat of Taituna is Teituda.
What is the pincode of Taituna?
The pincode of Taituna is 246486.
What is the population of Taituna?
Taituna had a total population of 511, including 247 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Taituna?
Taituna had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taituna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taituna was 85.22%. Male literacy was 95.57% and female literacy was 76.09%.