Talai - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Talai is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Banasoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talai is 041425. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.85 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Talai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Talai
According to the 2011 Census, Talai village had a total population of 124 people, including 57 males and 67 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,175 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 124 | 57 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 9 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Talai
Talai 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 Talai
Talai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Talai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Talai is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talai 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 Talai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talai 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 Talai
Where is Talai located?
Talai village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talai?
The Gram Panchayat of Talai is Banasoli.
What is the pincode of Talai?
The pincode of Talai is 246474.
What is the population of Talai?
Talai had a total population of 124, including 57 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Talai?
Talai had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talai was 80.00%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.