Talgana - Upleta, Rajkot
Talgana is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Talangana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talgana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgana is 513367. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080.53 hectares and falls under the 360490 pincode. Upleta is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Talgana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talgana
According to the 2011 Census, Talgana village had a total population of 2,114 people, including 1,100 males and 1,014 females, living in 493 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.73%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 64.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 386.
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 | 2,114 | 1,100 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 115 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 197 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 810 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 290 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Talgana
Talgana 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 Talgana
Public transport in the Talgana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Upleta to Talgana is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Talgana is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talgana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talgana
Where is Talgana located?
Talgana village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talgana?
The Gram Panchayat of Talgana is Talangana.
What is the pincode of Talgana?
The pincode of Talgana is 360490.
What is the population of Talgana?
Talgana had a total population of 2,114, including 1,100 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Talgana?
Talgana had 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talgana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgana was 73.73%. Male literacy was 82.23% and female literacy was 64.60%.