Kanda Talla - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Kanda Talla is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chitgal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanda Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda Talla is 049297. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.49 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kanda 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanda Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda Talla village had a total population of 185 people, including 93 males and 92 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.34%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 74.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda Talla
Kanda 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 Kanda Talla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kanda Talla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kanda Talla is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kanda Talla is about 57 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 Kanda Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda 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 Kanda 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 Kanda Talla 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 Kanda Talla
Where is Kanda Talla located?
Kanda Talla village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanda Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanda Talla is Chitgal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Kanda Talla?
The pincode of Kanda Talla is 262551.
What is the population of Kanda Talla?
Kanda Talla had a total population of 185, including 93 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Kanda Talla?
Kanda Talla had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda Talla was 86.34%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 74.12%.