Talya - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Talya is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Talya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talya is 605786. The village covers a total geographical area of 1967.58 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Talya 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 Talya
As per Census 2011, Talya village has a total population of 2,670 people, consisting of 1,324 males and 1,346 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,968 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,670 | 1,324 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 125 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 285 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 119 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 1,968 | 1,041 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 283 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Talya
Talya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neralakatte | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Ghattihosahalli | South | 3.19 km |
| Madderu | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Baragenahalli | South | 4.13 km |
| Malaninganahalli | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Sirappanahalli | West | 4.27 km |
| Nellikatte | North | 4.29 km |
| Gundikere | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Horakeredevarapura | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Mathigatta | North-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talya
Talya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amritapura, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Holalkere to Talya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Talya is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talya 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talya
Where is Talya located?
Talya village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talya?
Talya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talya?
The pincode of Talya is 577527.
What is the population of Talya?
Talya has a total population of 2,670, including 1,324 males and 1,346 females.
How many households are there in Talya?
There are 618 households in Talya.
What is the literacy rate in Talya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talya is 73.71%. Male literacy is 78.63% and female literacy is 68.87%.