Talakaur - Saraswati Nagar St, Yamunanagar
Talakaur is a village situated in the Saraswati Nagar St tehsil of Yamunanagar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 20 km from Jagadhri and around 23 km from Yamunanagar. Talakaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakaur is 057689. The village covers a total geographical area of 538 hectares and falls under the 133103 pincode. Jagadhri is the nearest town.
Talakaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadhaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakaur
According to the 2011 Census, Talakaur village had a total population of 3,303 people, including 1,742 males and 1,561 females, living in 609 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.94%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 69.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 970.
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 | 3,303 | 1,742 | 1,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 169 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 970 | 525 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,350 | 1,380 | 970 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 362 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Talakaur
Talakaur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sabilpur Jatan | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Panjaura | North | 1.68 km |
| Nagla Jagir | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kotar Khana | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Panjauri | North | 2.36 km |
| Kheri Darshan Singh | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Gadhaula | South | 2.74 km |
| Satari | North | 3.41 km |
| Sabalpur | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Landaura | South | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talakaur
Talakaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mustafabad, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Yamunanagar to Talakaur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talakaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talakaur
Where is Talakaur located?
Talakaur village is located in Saraswati Nagar St Tehsil, Yamunanagar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talakaur?
Talakaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talakaur?
The pincode of Talakaur is 133103.
What is the population of Talakaur?
Talakaur had a total population of 3,303, including 1,742 males and 1,561 females.
How many households are there in Talakaur?
Talakaur had 609 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakaur was 78.94%. Male literacy was 87.73% and female literacy was 69.09%.