Talla - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Talla is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Taila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talla is 042695. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.25 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Talla village had a total population of 1,228 people, including 604 males and 624 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.76%, with male literacy at 89.96% and female literacy at 60.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 333.
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 | 1,228 | 604 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 169 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 457 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 147 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Talla
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 Talla
Public transport in the Talla is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Talla is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Talla
Where is Talla located?
Talla village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Talla is Taila.
What is the pincode of Talla?
The pincode of Talla is 246475.
What is the population of Talla?
Talla had a total population of 1,228, including 604 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Talla?
Talla had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talla was 74.76%. Male literacy was 89.96% and female literacy was 60.62%.