Talangjira - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Talangjira is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Gudari and around 92 km from Chaibasa. Birkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talangjira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talangjira is 376972. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.31 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Talangjira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talangjira
According to the 2011 Census, Talangjira village had a total population of 468 people, including 246 males and 222 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.37%, with male literacy at 56.76% and female literacy at 10.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 436.
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 | 468 | 246 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 436 | 229 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 105 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 141 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Talangjira
Talangjira 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 Talangjira
Talangjira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Talangjira is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talangjira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talangjira 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talangjira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talangjira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talangjira
Where is Talangjira located?
Talangjira village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talangjira?
The Gram Panchayat of Talangjira is Birkel.
What is the pincode of Talangjira?
The pincode of Talangjira is 833201.
What is the population of Talangjira?
Talangjira had a total population of 468, including 246 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Talangjira?
Talangjira had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talangjira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talangjira was 34.37%. Male literacy was 56.76% and female literacy was 10.00%.