Taralkatta - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Taralkatta is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gondbinapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taralkatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taralkatta is 448054. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.87 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Taralkatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taralkatta
As per Census 2011, Taralkatta village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 134 males and 142 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taralkatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 124 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 71 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Taralkatta
Taralkatta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondbinapal | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Muramer | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Badejaitpuri | East | 2.64 km |
| Kalgaon | North | 2.71 km |
| Nawagaon | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Kursel | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Hindubinapal | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Amakada | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Godri | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Ghotulbeda | South | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taralkatta
Public transport in the Taralkatta is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Taralkatta is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Taralkatta is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taralkatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taralkatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taralkatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taralkatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taralkatta
Where is Taralkatta located?
Taralkatta village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taralkatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Taralkatta is Gondbinapal.
What is the pincode of Taralkatta?
The pincode of Taralkatta is 494665.
What is the population of Taralkatta?
Taralkatta has a total population of 276, including 134 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Taralkatta?
There are 63 households in Taralkatta.
What is the literacy rate in Taralkatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taralkatta is 43.48%. Male literacy is 52.99% and female literacy is 34.51%.