Handul Talla - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Handul Talla is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Satpuli and around 56 km from Pauri Garhwal. Handul Talla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handul Talla is 047790. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.48 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Handul Talla 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 Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handul Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Handul Talla village had a total population of 155 people, including 78 males and 77 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.47%, with male literacy at 60.61% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Handul Talla
Handul Talla 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 Handul Talla
Handul Talla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Handul Talla is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Handul Talla is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handul Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handul Talla 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 Handul 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 Handul Talla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Handul Talla
Where is Handul Talla located?
Handul Talla village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Handul Talla?
Handul Talla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Handul Talla?
The pincode of Handul Talla is 246172.
What is the population of Handul Talla?
Handul Talla had a total population of 155, including 78 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Handul Talla?
Handul Talla had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handul Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handul Talla was 51.47%. Male literacy was 60.61% and female literacy was 42.86%.