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
As per Census 2011, Talah village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 142 males and 150 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 80 | 92 |
| 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 has a total population of 292, including 142 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Talah?
There are 62 households in Talah.
What is the literacy rate in Talah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talah is 65.07%. Male literacy is 71.83% and female literacy is 58.67%.