Talarah - Raja Ka Talab, Kangra
Talarah is a village situated in the Raja Ka Talab tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from Dharmsala. Talara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talarah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talarah is 008576. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.22 hectares and falls under the 176051 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Talarah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talarah
According to the 2011 Census, Talarah village had a total population of 1,593 people, including 821 males and 772 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.01%, with male literacy at 91.55% and female literacy at 82.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,593 | 821 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 111 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 650 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 171 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Talarah
Talarah 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 Talarah
Talarah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Talarah has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Talarah is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talarah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talarah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talarah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talarah 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talarah
Where is Talarah located?
Talarah village is located in Raja Ka Talab Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talarah?
The Gram Panchayat of Talarah is Talara.
What is the pincode of Talarah?
The pincode of Talarah is 176051.
What is the population of Talarah?
Talarah had a total population of 1,593, including 821 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Talarah?
Talarah had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talarah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talarah was 87.01%. Male literacy was 91.55% and female literacy was 82.40%.