Talla Kanda - Dhari, Nainital
Talla Kanda is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Talla Kanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talla Kanda is 055007. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.76 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Talla Kanda 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 Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talla Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Talla Kanda village had a total population of 244 people, including 120 males and 124 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.45%, with male literacy at 97.98% and female literacy at 58.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 97 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 23 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Talla Kanda
Talla Kanda 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 Talla Kanda
Talla Kanda 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 Talla Kanda is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talla Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talla Kanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talla Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talla Kanda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talla Kanda
Where is Talla Kanda located?
Talla Kanda village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talla Kanda?
Talla Kanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talla Kanda?
The pincode of Talla Kanda is 263136.
What is the population of Talla Kanda?
Talla Kanda had a total population of 244, including 120 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Talla Kanda?
Talla Kanda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talla Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talla Kanda was 77.45%. Male literacy was 97.98% and female literacy was 58.10%.