Talekere - Pandavapura, Mandya
Talekere is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Balagatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talekere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talekere is 614046. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.1 hectares and falls under the 571431 pincode. Nagamangala is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talekere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melukote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talekere
As per Census 2011, Talekere village has a total population of 561 people, consisting of 298 males and 263 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talekere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 298 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 172 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 190 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 108 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Talekere
Talekere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gujagonahalli | North | 1.69 km |
| Kanagonahalli | South | 1.80 km |
| G. Singapura | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Callarahalli | West | 2.37 km |
| Advikatte | East | 2.38 km |
| Garudapura | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Alpahalli | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Balaghatta | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Ramapura | West | 3.13 km |
| Balenahalli | North | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talekere
Public transport in the Talekere is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Byadarahalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nagamangala to Talekere is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Talekere 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 Talekere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talekere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talekere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talekere 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 Talekere
Where is Talekere located?
Talekere village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talekere?
The Gram Panchayat of Talekere is Balagatta.
What is the pincode of Talekere?
The pincode of Talekere is 571431.
What is the population of Talekere?
Talekere has a total population of 561, including 298 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Talekere?
There are 120 households in Talekere.
What is the literacy rate in Talekere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talekere is 56.15%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 47.53%.