Talenagar - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Talenagar is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Shergadh Odhava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talenagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talenagar is 507726. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.85 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Talenagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talenagar
According to the 2011 Census, Talenagar village had a total population of 692 people, including 353 males and 339 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.32%, with male literacy at 78.45% and female literacy at 45.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 692 | 353 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 222 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 131 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Talenagar
Talenagar 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 Talenagar
Talenagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Talenagar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talenagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talenagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talenagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talenagar 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 Talenagar
Where is Talenagar located?
Talenagar village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talenagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talenagar is Shergadh Odhava.
What is the pincode of Talenagar?
The pincode of Talenagar is 385505.
What is the population of Talenagar?
Talenagar had a total population of 692, including 353 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Talenagar?
Talenagar had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talenagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talenagar was 62.32%. Male literacy was 78.45% and female literacy was 45.85%.