Talkandai - Dhoomakot, Pauri Garhwal
Talkandai is a village situated in the Dhoomakot tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Dhoomakot and around 182 km from Pauri. Baragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talkandai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkandai is 046920. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.29 hectares and falls under the 246277 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Talkandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talkandai
According to the 2011 Census, Talkandai village had a total population of 62 people, including 24 males and 38 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,583 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 62 | 24 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Talkandai
Talkandai 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 Talkandai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Talkandai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Talkandai is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Talkandai is about 182 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talkandai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkandai 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talkandai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkandai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talkandai
Where is Talkandai located?
Talkandai village is located in Dhoomakot Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talkandai?
The Gram Panchayat of Talkandai is Baragarh.
What is the pincode of Talkandai?
The pincode of Talkandai is 246277.
What is the population of Talkandai?
Talkandai had a total population of 62, including 24 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Talkandai?
Talkandai had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talkandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkandai was 77.36%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.