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
As per Census 2011, Talarah village has a total population of 1,593 people, consisting of 821 males and 772 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talarah are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,593, including 821 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Talarah?
There are 339 households in Talarah.
What is the literacy rate in Talarah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talarah is 76.96%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 74.61%.