Takura - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Takura is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Dhari and around 89 km from Nainital. Takura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takura is 055017. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.96 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Takura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Takura
As per Census 2011, Takura village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 119 males and 103 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 103 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 16 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Takura
Takura 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 Takura
Takura 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 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 Nainital to Takura is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takura 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 Takura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takura 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 Takura
Where is Takura located?
Takura village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takura?
Takura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takura?
The pincode of Takura is 263157.
What is the population of Takura?
Takura has a total population of 222, including 119 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Takura?
There are 53 households in Takura.
What is the literacy rate in Takura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takura is 70.72%. Male literacy is 86.55% and female literacy is 52.43%.