Talnar - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Talnar is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Talnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talnar is 451316. The village covers a total geographical area of 2809.57 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bhairamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talnar
As per Census 2011, Talnar village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 344 males and 375 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 605 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 344 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 605 | 288 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 120 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 224 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Talnar
Talnar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Farasmadur | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Chidrapal | East | 2.93 km |
| Kodoli | North | 3.13 km |
| Muhander | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Pinkonda | West | 3.56 km |
| Darapal | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Fulgatta | South | 4.85 km |
| Faraspal Alias Bodali | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Masodi | East | 5.70 km |
| Patliguda | South | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talnar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talnar. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhairamgarh to Talnar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Talnar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talnar 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 Talnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talnar 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 Talnar
Where is Talnar located?
Talnar village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talnar?
Talnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talnar?
The pincode of Talnar is 494450.
What is the population of Talnar?
Talnar has a total population of 719, including 344 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Talnar?
There are 153 households in Talnar.
What is the literacy rate in Talnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talnar is 23.50%. Male literacy is 34.88% and female literacy is 13.07%.