Talur Village - Sandur, Ballari
Talur is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from Sandur and around 43 km from Bellary. Thaluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talur is 605013. The village covers a total geographical area of 1361.01 hectares and falls under the 583103 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Talur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talur
As per Census 2011, Talur village has a total population of 4,694 people, consisting of 2,382 males and 2,312 females. The village has 891 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 766 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,340 literate and 2,354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 659 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,694 | 2,382 | 2,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 391 | 375 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 440 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 659 | 357 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 2,340 | 1,407 | 933 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,354 | 975 | 1,379 |
Nearby Villages of Talur
Talur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagalapur | South | 2.28 km |
| Shro.gangalapur | South | 3.26 km |
| Shro.basapur | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Muraripur | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Buvvanahalli | North | 4.49 km |
| Bannihatti | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Vaddu (ct) | East | 4.97 km |
| Joga | West | 5.01 km |
| Kottiginahal | North | 5.54 km |
| Gadiganur | North | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talur
Talur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gadiganuru, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Talur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Talur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talur
Where is Talur located?
Talur village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talur?
The Gram Panchayat of Talur is Thaluru.
What is the pincode of Talur?
The pincode of Talur is 583103.
What is the population of Talur?
Talur has a total population of 4,694, including 2,382 males and 2,312 females.
How many households are there in Talur?
There are 891 households in Talur.
What is the literacy rate in Talur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talur is 49.85%. Male literacy is 59.07% and female literacy is 40.35%.