Takoli - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Takoli is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Lansdowne and around 170 km from Pauri. Takoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takoli is 047574. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.97 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 124 km away.
Takoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takoli
As per Census 2011, Takoli village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 73 males and 97 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,328 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 73 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 15 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Takoli
Takoli 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 Takoli
Takoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lansdowne to Takoli is about 124 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Takoli is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takoli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takoli 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 Takoli
Where is Takoli located?
Takoli village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takoli?
Takoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takoli?
The pincode of Takoli is 246179.
What is the population of Takoli?
Takoli has a total population of 170, including 73 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Takoli?
There are 44 households in Takoli.
What is the literacy rate in Takoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takoli is 62.35%. Male literacy is 79.45% and female literacy is 49.48%.