Talgajarada - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Talgajarada is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Talgajarada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgajarada is 516759. The village covers a total geographical area of 1643.74 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Talgajarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talgajarada
According to the 2011 Census, Talgajarada village had a total population of 5,261 people, including 2,654 males and 2,607 females, living in 969 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.73%, with male literacy at 76.41% and female literacy at 58.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 415, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 5,261 | 2,654 | 2,607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 727 | 378 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 203 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,071 | 1,739 | 1,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,190 | 915 | 1,275 |
Nearby Villages of Talgajarada
Talgajarada 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 Talgajarada
Talgajarada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talgajarada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mahuva to Talgajarada is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Talgajarada is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgajarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgajarada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talgajarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgajarada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talgajarada
Where is Talgajarada located?
Talgajarada village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talgajarada?
Talgajarada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talgajarada?
The pincode of Talgajarada is 364290.
What is the population of Talgajarada?
Talgajarada had a total population of 5,261, including 2,654 males and 2,607 females.
How many households are there in Talgajarada?
Talgajarada had 969 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talgajarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgajarada was 67.73%. Male literacy was 76.41% and female literacy was 58.99%.