Talatand - Patratu, Ramgarh
Talatand is a village situated in the Patratu subdivision of Ramgarh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patratu and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Ramgarh. Talatand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talatand is 368952. The village covers a total geographical area of 938 hectares and falls under the 829119 pincode.
Talatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talatand
As per Census 2011, Talatand village has a total population of 2,946 people, consisting of 1,505 males and 1,441 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,531 literate and 1,415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 712 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,048 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talatand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,946 | 1,505 | 1,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 281 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 712 | 354 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,048 | 530 | 518 |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 927 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,415 | 578 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Talatand
Talatand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uchringa | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Netua | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Hariharpur | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Palni | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Melani | East | 3.10 km |
| Benti | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Labga | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Chetma | East | 3.99 km |
| Barghutwa | East | 4.46 km |
| Bartua | North | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talatand
Talatand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patratu, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramgarh to Talatand is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talatand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talatand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talatand
Where is Talatand located?
Talatand village is located in Patratu Subdivision, Ramgarh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talatand?
Talatand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talatand?
The pincode of Talatand is 829119.
What is the population of Talatand?
Talatand has a total population of 2,946, including 1,505 males and 1,441 females.
How many households are there in Talatand?
There are 594 households in Talatand.
What is the literacy rate in Talatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talatand is 51.97%. Male literacy is 61.59% and female literacy is 41.92%.