Tana Echalet - Thal, Pithoragarh
Tana Echalet is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Berinag and around 61 km from Pithoragarh. Barat Jubbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tana Echalet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tana Echalet is 049568. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.97 hectares and falls under the 262533 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Tana Echalet 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tana Echalet
According to the 2011 Census, Tana Echalet village had a total population of 126 people, including 59 males and 67 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Tana Echalet
Tana Echalet 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 Tana Echalet
Public transport in the Tana Echalet 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 Tana Echalet is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tana Echalet is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tana Echalet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tana Echalet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tana Echalet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tana Echalet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tana Echalet
Where is Tana Echalet located?
Tana Echalet village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tana Echalet?
The Gram Panchayat of Tana Echalet is Barat Jubbar.
What is the pincode of Tana Echalet?
The pincode of Tana Echalet is 262533.
What is the population of Tana Echalet?
Tana Echalet had a total population of 126, including 59 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Tana Echalet?
Tana Echalet had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tana Echalet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tana Echalet was 70.00%. Male literacy was 84.78% and female literacy was 59.38%.