Talkehar - Jogindarnagar, Mandi
Talkehar is a village situated in the Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Talkehar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkehar is 013243. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 175032 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Talkehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talkehar
As per Census 2011, Talkehar village has a total population of 618 people, consisting of 304 males and 314 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talkehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 304 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 212 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 252 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 52 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Talkehar
Talkehar 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 Talkehar
Talkehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talkehar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Talkehar is about 75 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 Talkehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talkehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talkehar
Where is Talkehar located?
Talkehar village is located in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talkehar?
Talkehar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talkehar?
The pincode of Talkehar is 175032.
What is the population of Talkehar?
Talkehar has a total population of 618, including 304 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Talkehar?
There are 127 households in Talkehar.
What is the literacy rate in Talkehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkehar is 74.11%. Male literacy is 82.89% and female literacy is 65.61%.