Uppu Talla - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Uppu Talla is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Uppu Talla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppu Talla is 043838. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.41 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Uppu 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 Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uppu Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Uppu Talla village had a total population of 264 people, including 111 males and 153 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,378 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 264 | 111 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 97 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 14 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Uppu Talla
Uppu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaldiyana | North | 0.78 km |
| Silla Uppu | South-East | 0.79 km |
| Rudiya Dang | South | 0.94 km |
| Aulari | West | 1.28 km |
| Aleo Chak | West | 1.58 km |
| Saur Math | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Nakot | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Uppu Malla | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Okhala | East | 1.89 km |
| Jhinwali | East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uppu Talla
Uppu Talla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Uppu Talla is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Uppu Talla is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uppu Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppu Talla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Uppu 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 Uppu Talla 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 Uppu Talla
Where is Uppu Talla located?
Uppu Talla village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uppu Talla?
Uppu Talla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uppu Talla?
The pincode of Uppu Talla is 249131.
What is the population of Uppu Talla?
Uppu Talla had a total population of 264, including 111 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Uppu Talla?
Uppu Talla had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uppu Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppu Talla was 77.78%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 65.71%.