Talnar - Chhindgarh, Sukma
Talnar is a village situated in the Chhindgarh tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Chhindgarh and around 150 km from Dantewada. Talnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talnar is 450584. The village covers a total geographical area of 1657.44 hectares and falls under the 494111 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Dantewada 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 2,566 people, consisting of 1,210 males and 1,356 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 981 literate and 1,585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,782 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,566 | 1,210 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 233 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,782 | 844 | 938 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 611 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,585 | 599 | 986 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Netanar | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Gumma | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Gudra | West | 4.10 km |
| Jangampal | East | 4.19 km |
| Mekhawaya | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Surrepal | North | 5.09 km |
| Kindarwada | North | 5.33 km |
| Kawasiras | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Tumakpal | North-East | 5.83 km |
| Sitapal | East | 6.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talnar
Talnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumar Sadra, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 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 Sukma to Talnar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Talnar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talnar
Where is Talnar located?
Talnar village is located in Chhindgarh Tehsil, Sukma 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 494111.
What is the population of Talnar?
Talnar has a total population of 2,566, including 1,210 males and 1,356 females.
How many households are there in Talnar?
There are 604 households in Talnar.
What is the literacy rate in Talnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talnar is 38.23%. Male literacy is 50.50% and female literacy is 27.29%.