Talah - Jalog, Shimla
Talah is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Shimla. Ogli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talah is 024143. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.17 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Talah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talah
According to the 2011 Census, Talah village had a total population of 137 people, including 72 males and 65 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 81.97% and female literacy at 67.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Talah
Talah 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 Talah
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Talah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Talah is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talah 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 Talah
Where is Talah located?
Talah village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talah?
The Gram Panchayat of Talah is Ogli.
What is the pincode of Talah?
The pincode of Talah is 171019.
What is the population of Talah?
Talah had a total population of 137, including 72 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Talah?
Talah had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talah was 75.00%. Male literacy was 81.97% and female literacy was 67.80%.