Talkere - Yelbarga, Koppal
Talkere is a village situated in the Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelbarga and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Talikeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talkere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkere is 601294. The village covers a total geographical area of 885.86 hectares and falls under the 583277 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Talkere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelburga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talkere
As per Census 2011, Talkere village has a total population of 3,124 people, consisting of 1,589 males and 1,535 females. The village has 579 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,623 literate and 1,501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 510 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talkere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,124 | 1,589 | 1,535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 240 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 173 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 252 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 1,623 | 951 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 638 | 863 |
Nearby Villages of Talkere
Talkere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Markat | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Katgihalli | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Kalbhavi | West | 2.62 km |
| Choudapur | North | 2.63 km |
| Hire Wankal Kunta | West | 2.93 km |
| Tippanhal | South | 3.39 km |
| Vanjabhavi | North | 3.76 km |
| Uchalkunta | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Chikwankal Kunta | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Chikka Mannapur | North-East | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talkere
Public transport in the Talkere is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ginigera, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 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 Kushtagi to Talkere is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Talkere is about 35 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 Talkere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkere 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talkere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talkere
Where is Talkere located?
Talkere village is located in Yelbarga Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talkere?
The Gram Panchayat of Talkere is Talikeri.
What is the pincode of Talkere?
The pincode of Talkere is 583277.
What is the population of Talkere?
Talkere has a total population of 3,124, including 1,589 males and 1,535 females.
How many households are there in Talkere?
There are 579 households in Talkere.
What is the literacy rate in Talkere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkere is 51.95%. Male literacy is 59.85% and female literacy is 43.78%.