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 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 Takura
According to the 2011 Census, Takura village had a total population of 222 people, including 119 males and 103 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.20%, with male literacy at 96.26% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 222, including 119 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Takura?
Takura had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takura was 82.20%. Male literacy was 96.26% and female literacy was 64.29%.