Khera Talla - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Khera Talla is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 81 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Khera Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera Talla is 044237. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.33 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Khera Talla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera Talla
As per Census 2011, Khera Talla village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 82 males and 78 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera Talla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 67 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khera Talla
Khera Talla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuyasari | North | 0.86 km |
| Anglar Sera | South | 1.03 km |
| Khera Malla | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Majepur | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Maitoli Sera | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Thatyur | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Chak Pot | North | 1.80 km |
| Kuwa Lagga Mundani | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Maid | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Bhainswari | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera Talla
Khera Talla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| 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 Mussoorie to Khera Talla is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khera Talla is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khera 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 Khera 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 Khera Talla
Where is Khera Talla located?
Khera Talla village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera Talla is Khera Malla.
What is the pincode of Khera Talla?
The pincode of Khera Talla is 249180.
What is the population of Khera Talla?
Khera Talla has a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Khera Talla?
There are 38 households in Khera Talla.
What is the literacy rate in Khera Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera Talla is 69.38%. Male literacy is 81.71% and female literacy is 56.41%.