Taurar - Betalghat, Nainital
Taurar is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Taurad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taurar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taurar is 054606. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.37 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Taurar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Taurar
According to the 2011 Census, Taurar village had a total population of 318 people, including 154 males and 164 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.14%, with male literacy at 97.76% and female literacy at 73.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 318 | 154 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 131 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 23 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Taurar
Taurar 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 Taurar
Taurar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Taurar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taurar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taurar 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 Taurar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taurar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taurar
Where is Taurar located?
Taurar village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taurar?
The Gram Panchayat of Taurar is Taurad.
What is the pincode of Taurar?
The pincode of Taurar is 263134.
What is the population of Taurar?
Taurar had a total population of 318, including 154 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Taurar?
Taurar had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taurar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taurar was 85.14%. Male literacy was 97.76% and female literacy was 73.24%.