Talon - Nahan, Sirmaur
Talon is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sen-ki-ser serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talon is 023194. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Talon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talon
As per Census 2011, Talon village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 127 males and 138 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 127 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Talon
Talon 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 Talon
Talon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahan to Talon is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talon 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 Talon
Where is Talon located?
Talon village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talon?
The Gram Panchayat of Talon is Sen-ki-ser.
What is the pincode of Talon?
The pincode of Talon is 173001.
What is the population of Talon?
Talon has a total population of 265, including 127 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Talon?
There are 46 households in Talon.
What is the literacy rate in Talon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talon is 77.36%. Male literacy is 82.68% and female literacy is 72.46%.