Rankot Talla - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Rankot Talla is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Lansdowne and around 107 km from Pauri. Asankhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rankot Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rankot Talla is 047438. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.9 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Rankot Talla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rankot Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Rankot Talla village had a total population of 38 people, including 20 males and 18 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Rankot Talla
Rankot Talla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaniya Kot | South-West | 0.56 km |
| Mehar Gaon Khalsa | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Meher Gaon Goonth | North | 0.99 km |
| Padyar Gaon | West | 1.12 km |
| Asankhat | East | 1.27 km |
| Jakh Malla | South | 1.32 km |
| Sunkatla | West | 1.56 km |
| Chamkot | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Jakh Talla | South | 1.73 km |
| Manjhola | South-East | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rankot Talla
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rankot Talla. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Rankot Talla is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Rankot Talla is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rankot Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rankot Talla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rankot Talla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rankot Talla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rankot Talla
Where is Rankot Talla located?
Rankot Talla village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rankot Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Rankot Talla is Asankhet.
What is the pincode of Rankot Talla?
The pincode of Rankot Talla is 246172.
What is the population of Rankot Talla?
Rankot Talla had a total population of 38, including 20 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Rankot Talla?
Rankot Talla had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rankot Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rankot Talla was 85.71%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 76.47%.