Menta Talla - Tharali, Chamoli
Menta Talla is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Maita Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Menta Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Menta Talla is 041621. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.2 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Menta Talla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Menta Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Menta Talla village had a total population of 243 people, including 107 males and 136 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.87%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 243 | 107 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 26 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Menta Talla
Menta Talla 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 Menta Talla
Menta Talla 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 | 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 Menta Talla is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Menta Talla is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Menta Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Menta Talla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Menta Talla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Menta Talla 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 Menta Talla
Where is Menta Talla located?
Menta Talla village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Menta Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Menta Talla is Maita Malla.
What is the pincode of Menta Talla?
The pincode of Menta Talla is 246481.
What is the population of Menta Talla?
Menta Talla had a total population of 243, including 107 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Menta Talla?
Menta Talla had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Menta Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Menta Talla was 74.87%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 62.39%.