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
According to the 2011 Census, Talnar village had a total population of 719 people, including 344 males and 375 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.70%, with male literacy at 45.11% and female literacy at 16.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 605.
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 | 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 had a total population of 719, including 344 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Talnar?
Talnar had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talnar was 29.70%. Male literacy was 45.11% and female literacy was 16.17%.