Talagatta - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Talagatta is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Gangasamudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talagatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talagatta is 605698. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.57 hectares and falls under the 577539 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Talagatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holalkere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talagatta
According to the 2011 Census, Talagatta village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 588 males and 636 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.06%, with male literacy at 77.97% and female literacy at 62.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 396, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 1,224 | 588 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 187 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 134 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 414 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 174 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Talagatta
Talagatta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| G.vaderahalli | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Rangaiahnadurga Kaval | West | 2.06 km |
| Gangasamudra | East | 2.41 km |
| Amblihalli | North | 3.08 km |
| Arabagatta | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Gundasamudra | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Kenchapura | West | 3.46 km |
| Ramagiri | North | 4.34 km |
| T.vaderahalli | North | 4.71 km |
| Muddapura | South | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talagatta
Talagatta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arbagatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.1 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Talagatta is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Talagatta is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talagatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talagatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talagatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talagatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talagatta
Where is Talagatta located?
Talagatta village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talagatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Talagatta is Gangasamudra.
What is the pincode of Talagatta?
The pincode of Talagatta is 577539.
What is the population of Talagatta?
Talagatta had a total population of 1,224, including 588 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Talagatta?
Talagatta had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talagatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talagatta was 70.06%. Male literacy was 77.97% and female literacy was 62.80%.