Tanda - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Tanda is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Dhari and around 81 km from Nainital. Tanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanda is 055038. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.79 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Tanda 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 Tanda
According to the 2011 Census, Tanda village had a total population of 331 people, including 167 males and 164 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.86%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 74.31%.
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 | 331 | 167 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 134 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 33 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Tanda
Tanda 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 Tanda
Tanda 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 Bhimtal to Tanda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Tanda is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanda 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 Tanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanda 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 Tanda
Where is Tanda located?
Tanda village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tanda?
Tanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tanda?
The pincode of Tanda is 263157.
What is the population of Tanda?
Tanda had a total population of 331, including 167 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Tanda?
Tanda had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanda was 84.86%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 74.31%.