Talakatnal - Gokak, Belagavi
Talakatnal is a village situated in the Gokak taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from Gokak and around 81 km from Belgaum. Talakatnal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakatnal is 597527. The village covers a total geographical area of 1652.03 hectares and falls under the 591233 pincode. Gokak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Talakatnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arabhavi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakatnal
According to the 2011 Census, Talakatnal village had a total population of 5,288 people, including 2,605 males and 2,683 females, living in 897 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.29%, with male literacy at 63.09% and female literacy at 43.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 367, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,898.
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 | 5,288 | 2,605 | 2,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 966 | 459 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 176 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,898 | 925 | 973 |
| Literate Population | 2,303 | 1,354 | 949 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,985 | 1,251 | 1,734 |
Nearby Villages of Talakatnal
Talakatnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tigadi | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Udagatti | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Kaparatti | South | 2.90 km |
| Bilakundi | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Hadiginal | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Fulagaddi | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Kemmankol | South | 5.11 km |
| Honakuppi | East | 5.68 km |
| Masaguppi | North | 5.79 km |
| Waderatti | North-West | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talakatnal
Talakatnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghatprabha, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gokak to Talakatnal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Talakatnal is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakatnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakatnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talakatnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakatnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talakatnal
Where is Talakatnal located?
Talakatnal village is located in Gokak Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talakatnal?
Talakatnal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talakatnal?
The pincode of Talakatnal is 591233.
What is the population of Talakatnal?
Talakatnal had a total population of 5,288, including 2,605 males and 2,683 females.
How many households are there in Talakatnal?
Talakatnal had 897 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakatnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakatnal was 53.29%. Male literacy was 63.09% and female literacy was 43.61%.