Talugeri - Kushtagi, Koppal
Talugeri is a village situated in the Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushtagi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Taluvagera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talugeri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talugeri is 601453. The village covers a total geographical area of 1512.05 hectares and falls under the 583277 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Talugeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushtagi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talugeri
As per Census 2011, Talugeri village has a total population of 2,704 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,343 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,717 literate and 987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talugeri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,704 | 1,361 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 214 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 144 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 134 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 966 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 395 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Talugeri
Talugeri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalgera | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Gorvarbenchamatti | South | 3.67 km |
| Kordakera | South | 3.68 km |
| Nidsesi | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Vanageri | East | 4.48 km |
| Topalkatti | North | 4.61 km |
| Hirenandihal | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Byalihal | South | 5.61 km |
| Malkapur | North-West | 6.20 km |
| Hulsegeri | North | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talugeri
Talugeri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanapur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 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 Kushtagi to Talugeri is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Talugeri is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talugeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talugeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talugeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talugeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talugeri
Where is Talugeri located?
Talugeri village is located in Kushtagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talugeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Talugeri is Taluvagera.
What is the pincode of Talugeri?
The pincode of Talugeri is 583277.
What is the population of Talugeri?
Talugeri has a total population of 2,704, including 1,361 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Talugeri?
There are 520 households in Talugeri.
What is the literacy rate in Talugeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talugeri is 63.50%. Male literacy is 70.98% and female literacy is 55.92%.