Tal Gaon - Gairsain, Chamoli
Tal Gaon is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Maroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tal Gaon is 041898. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.49 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Tal Gaon village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 55 males and 57 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 12 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Tal Gaon
Tal Gaon 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 Tal Gaon
Tal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Tal Gaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Tal Gaon is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tal Gaon 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 Tal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tal Gaon 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 Tal Gaon
Where is Tal Gaon located?
Tal Gaon village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tal Gaon is Maroda.
What is the pincode of Tal Gaon?
The pincode of Tal Gaon is 246428.
What is the population of Tal Gaon?
Tal Gaon has a total population of 112, including 55 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Tal Gaon?
There are 18 households in Tal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Tal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tal Gaon is 64.29%. Male literacy is 78.18% and female literacy is 50.88%.