Jhargaon Talla - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Jhargaon Talla is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Dhari and around 93 km from Nainital. Jhargaon Talla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhargaon Talla is 055051. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.89 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Jhargaon Talla 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 Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhargaon Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Jhargaon Talla village had a total population of 588 people, including 301 males and 287 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 93.98% and female literacy at 68.09%.
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 | 588 | 301 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 234 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 67 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Jhargaon Talla
Jhargaon 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 Jhargaon Talla
Jhargaon Talla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bhimtal to Jhargaon Talla is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Jhargaon Talla is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhargaon Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhargaon 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 Jhargaon 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 Jhargaon Talla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhargaon Talla
Where is Jhargaon Talla located?
Jhargaon Talla village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhargaon Talla?
Jhargaon Talla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhargaon Talla?
The pincode of Jhargaon Talla is 263157.
What is the population of Jhargaon Talla?
Jhargaon Talla had a total population of 588, including 301 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Jhargaon Talla?
Jhargaon Talla had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhargaon Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhargaon Talla was 81.40%. Male literacy was 93.98% and female literacy was 68.09%.