Talgaon - Kapu, Raigarh
Talgaon is a village situated in the Kapu tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 123 km from Raigarh. Talgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgaon is 434403. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.19 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Talgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Talgaon village had a total population of 986 people, including 486 males and 500 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.05%, with male literacy at 69.68% and female literacy at 48.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 672.
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 | 986 | 486 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 332 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 285 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 201 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Talgaon
Talgaon 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 Talgaon
Public transport in the Talgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pathalgaon to Talgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Talgaon is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talgaon
Where is Talgaon located?
Talgaon village is located in Kapu Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talgaon?
Talgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talgaon?
The pincode of Talgaon is 496118.
What is the population of Talgaon?
Talgaon had a total population of 986, including 486 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Talgaon?
Talgaon had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgaon was 59.05%. Male literacy was 69.68% and female literacy was 48.55%.