Talajhar - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Talajhar is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Kasdol and around 75 km from Raipur. Murumdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talajhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talajhar is 444159. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.83 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Talajhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talajhar
According to the 2011 Census, Talajhar village had a total population of 203 people, including 99 males and 104 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.76%, with male literacy at 67.50% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 54 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 45 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Talajhar
Talajhar 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 Talajhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talajhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kasdol to Talajhar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Talajhar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talajhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talajhar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talajhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talajhar 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 Talajhar
Where is Talajhar located?
Talajhar village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talajhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talajhar is Murumdih.
What is the pincode of Talajhar?
The pincode of Talajhar is 492112.
What is the population of Talajhar?
Talajhar had a total population of 203, including 99 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Talajhar?
Talajhar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talajhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talajhar was 57.76%. Male literacy was 67.50% and female literacy was 48.15%.