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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Talon village had a total population of 265 people, including 127 males and 138 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.23%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 82.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 265 | 127 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 265, including 127 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Talon?
Talon had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talon was 87.23%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 82.64%.