Taira - Ramnagar, Nainital
Taira is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Teda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taira is 055410. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Taira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taira
As per Census 2011, Taira village has a total population of 1,259 people, consisting of 618 males and 641 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 873 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,259 | 618 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 473 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 145 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Taira
Taira 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 Taira
Taira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Ramnagar to Taira is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Taira is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taira 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taira
Where is Taira located?
Taira village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taira?
The Gram Panchayat of Taira is Teda.
What is the pincode of Taira?
The pincode of Taira is 244715.
What is the population of Taira?
Taira has a total population of 1,259, including 618 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Taira?
There are 231 households in Taira.
What is the literacy rate in Taira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taira is 69.34%. Male literacy is 76.54% and female literacy is 62.40%.