Talai - Doiwala, Dehradun
Talai is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Rishikesh and around 20 km from Dehradun. Talai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talai is 045288. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.3 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talai
According to the 2011 Census, Talai village had a total population of 214 people, including 115 males and 99 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.42%, with male literacy at 95.33% and female literacy at 71.74%.
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 | 214 | 115 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 102 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 13 | 33 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Talai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >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 Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talai?
Talai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talai?
The pincode of Talai is 248001.
What is the population of Talai?
Talai had a total population of 214, including 115 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Talai?
Talai had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talai was 84.42%. Male literacy was 95.33% and female literacy was 71.74%.