Talah - Kumarsain, Shimla
Talah is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 110 km from Shimla. Banahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talah is 023816. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.03 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda 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 Theog 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 292 people, including 142 males and 150 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 69.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172.
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 | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 80 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 102 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
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 in the Talah is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shimla to Talah is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talah
Where is Talah located?
Talah village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talah?
The Gram Panchayat of Talah is Banahar.
What is the pincode of Talah?
The pincode of Talah is 172029.
What is the population of Talah?
Talah had a total population of 292, including 142 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Talah?
Talah had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talah was 76.00%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 69.29%.