Talyakot - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Talyakot is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 91 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Talyakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talyakot is 043251. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.9 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Talyakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talyakot
As per Census 2011, Talyakot village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 88 males and 100 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talyakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 88 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 28 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Talyakot
Talyakot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basuli | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Kothi Gadhni | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Pali Dangwalon Ki | East | 1.78 km |
| Raithali | South | 1.95 km |
| Khobar | West | 2.01 km |
| Patakhal | North | 2.25 km |
| Banga Pani | East | 2.43 km |
| Mundoli | East | 2.57 km |
| Pharasuli | West | 2.74 km |
| Phalasi | South-West | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talyakot
Talyakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| 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 Kirtinagar to Talyakot is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Talyakot is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talyakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talyakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talyakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talyakot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talyakot
Where is Talyakot located?
Talyakot village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talyakot?
Talyakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talyakot?
The pincode of Talyakot is 249161.
What is the population of Talyakot?
Talyakot has a total population of 188, including 88 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Talyakot?
There are 40 households in Talyakot.
What is the literacy rate in Talyakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talyakot is 60.11%. Male literacy is 68.18% and female literacy is 53.00%.