Talbhog - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Talbhog is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Moorkhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talbhog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talbhog is 599748. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.01 hectares and falls under the 585327 pincode. Basavakalyan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Talbhog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talbhog
According to the 2011 Census, Talbhog village had a total population of 2,216 people, including 1,188 males and 1,028 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 82.21% and female literacy at 62.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 406, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 2,216 | 1,188 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 131 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 217 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 260 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 869 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 319 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Talbhog
Talbhog 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neelkanth | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Laheshwar | South | 2.86 km |
| Partapur | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Mamdapur | North | 3.42 km |
| Morkhandi | West | 3.57 km |
| Khanapur | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Hallali | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Halli | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Tambala | North | 5.73 km |
| Tambalwadi | North-East | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talbhog
Talbhog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalki, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basavakalyan to Talbhog is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Talbhog is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talbhog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talbhog 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talbhog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talbhog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talbhog
Where is Talbhog located?
Talbhog village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talbhog?
The Gram Panchayat of Talbhog is Moorkhandi.
What is the pincode of Talbhog?
The pincode of Talbhog is 585327.
What is the population of Talbhog?
Talbhog had a total population of 2,216, including 1,188 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Talbhog?
Talbhog had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talbhog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talbhog was 73.20%. Male literacy was 82.21% and female literacy was 62.58%.