Talai - Saluni, Chamba
Talai is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kilod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talai is 007151. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.36 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Talai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talai
According to the 2011 Census, Talai village had a total population of 84 people, including 41 males and 43 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.15%, with male literacy at 65.71% and female literacy at 52.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Talai
Talai 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 Talai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Talai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Talai is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talai
Where is Talai located?
Talai village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talai?
The Gram Panchayat of Talai is Kilod.
What is the pincode of Talai?
The pincode of Talai is 176320.
What is the population of Talai?
Talai had a total population of 84, including 41 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Talai?
Talai had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talai was 59.15%. Male literacy was 65.71% and female literacy was 52.78%.