Talla Bhainskot - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Talla Bhainskot is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from Munsiari and around 70 km from Pithoragarh. Talla Bhaiskot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talla Bhainskot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talla Bhainskot is 049027. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.4 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Talla Bhainskot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talla Bhainskot
According to the 2011 Census, Talla Bhainskot village had a total population of 138 people, including 70 males and 68 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 96.72% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 59 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 11 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Talla Bhainskot
Talla Bhainskot 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 Talla Bhainskot
Public transport in the Talla Bhainskot is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Talla Bhainskot is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Talla Bhainskot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talla Bhainskot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talla Bhainskot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talla Bhainskot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talla Bhainskot 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 Talla Bhainskot
Where is Talla Bhainskot located?
Talla Bhainskot village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talla Bhainskot?
The Gram Panchayat of Talla Bhainskot is Talla Bhaiskot.
What is the pincode of Talla Bhainskot?
The pincode of Talla Bhainskot is 262553.
What is the population of Talla Bhainskot?
Talla Bhainskot had a total population of 138, including 70 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Talla Bhainskot?
Talla Bhainskot had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talla Bhainskot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talla Bhainskot was 81.82%. Male literacy was 96.72% and female literacy was 66.67%.