Kota Talla - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Kota Talla is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Yamkeshwar and around 250 km from Pauri. Ranchula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota Talla is 048714. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.6 hectares and falls under the 249304 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kota Talla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kota Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Kota Talla village had a total population of 54 people, including 23 males and 31 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.63%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kota Talla
Kota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Malla | North | 0.85 km |
| Chandnhi | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Shahjada | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Silsari | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Diyogi | South | 1.99 km |
| Banas Malla | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Bosali | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Naugaon Malla | North | 2.53 km |
| Timali Ankra | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Ranchula | East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kota Talla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kota Talla. The nearest railway station is Virbhadra, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| 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 Rishikesh to Kota Talla is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kota Talla is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kota Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kota 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 Kota Talla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kota Talla
Where is Kota Talla located?
Kota Talla village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kota Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota Talla is Ranchula.
What is the pincode of Kota Talla?
The pincode of Kota Talla is 249304.
What is the population of Kota Talla?
Kota Talla had a total population of 54, including 23 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Kota Talla?
Kota Talla had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota Talla was 81.63%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 71.43%.