Taul Sain - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Taul Sain is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bartoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taul Sain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taul Sain is 041289. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Taul Sain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Taul Sain
According to the 2011 Census, Taul Sain village had a total population of 40 people, including 23 males and 17 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 739 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Taul Sain
Taul Sain 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 Taul Sain
Taul Sain 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 >10 km |
| 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 Gochar to Taul Sain is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Taul Sain is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taul Sain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taul Sain 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taul Sain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taul Sain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taul Sain
Where is Taul Sain located?
Taul Sain village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taul Sain?
The Gram Panchayat of Taul Sain is Bartoli.
What is the pincode of Taul Sain?
The pincode of Taul Sain is 246429.
What is the population of Taul Sain?
Taul Sain had a total population of 40, including 23 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Taul Sain?
Taul Sain had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taul Sain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taul Sain was 82.35%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.50%.