Talad - Olpad, Surat
Talad is a village situated in the Olpad taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Olpad and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Talad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talad is 523761. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.09 hectares and falls under the 394540 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talad
As per Census 2011, Talad village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 378 males and 341 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 378 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 325 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 53 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Talad
Talad 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 Talad
Public transport in the Talad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surat to Talad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talad
Where is Talad located?
Talad village is located in Olpad Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talad?
Talad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talad?
The pincode of Talad is 394540.
What is the population of Talad?
Talad has a total population of 719, including 378 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Talad?
There are 131 households in Talad.
What is the literacy rate in Talad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talad is 84.56%. Male literacy is 85.98% and female literacy is 82.99%.