Tal - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Tal is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Ghena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tal is 044300. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.75 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Tal 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 Tal
As per Census 2011, Tal village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 128 males and 131 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 128 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 94 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Tal
Tal 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 Tal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tal.
| 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 Dehradun to Tal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Tal is about 82 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 Tal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tal 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 Tal
Where is Tal located?
Tal village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tal is Ghena.
What is the pincode of Tal?
The pincode of Tal is 249180.
What is the population of Tal?
Tal has a total population of 259, including 128 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Tal?
There are 48 households in Tal.
What is the literacy rate in Tal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tal is 63.32%. Male literacy is 73.44% and female literacy is 53.44%.