Talegadh - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Talegadh is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vithodar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talegadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegadh is 508254. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.31 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Talegadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talegadh
As per Census 2011, Talegadh village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 479 males and 487 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 544 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talegadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 479 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 76 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 326 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 153 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Talegadh
Talegadh 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 Talegadh
Talegadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talegadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Talegadh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Talegadh is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talegadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talegadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talegadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talegadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talegadh
Where is Talegadh located?
Talegadh village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talegadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Talegadh is Vithodar.
What is the pincode of Talegadh?
The pincode of Talegadh is 385535.
What is the population of Talegadh?
Talegadh has a total population of 966, including 479 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Talegadh?
There are 186 households in Talegadh.
What is the literacy rate in Talegadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegadh is 56.31%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 44.76%.