Talpur - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Talpur is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Talpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talpur is 439660. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.55 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Talpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talpur
As per Census 2011, Talpur village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 498 males and 477 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 498 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 252 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 246 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Talpur
Talpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biranpur | North | 1.36 km |
| Jamgaon | South | 1.60 km |
| Jarhatola | South | 2.29 km |
| Bandha Tola | West | 2.43 km |
| Iribaksa | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Amgaon | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Daniya Khurd | East | 2.59 km |
| Sonpuri | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Odiya Khurd | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Baniya | North-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talpur
Talpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Talpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Talpur is about 18 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 Talpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talpur
Where is Talpur located?
Talpur village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talpur?
Talpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talpur?
The pincode of Talpur is 491995.
What is the population of Talpur?
Talpur has a total population of 975, including 498 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Talpur?
There are 192 households in Talpur.
What is the literacy rate in Talpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talpur is 41.74%. Male literacy is 50.60% and female literacy is 32.49%.