Talwargera - Shorapur, Yadgir
Talwargera is a village situated in the Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shorapur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Waganagera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwargera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwargera is 621050. The village covers a total geographical area of 2420.38 hectares and falls under the 585224 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Talwargera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwargera
According to the 2011 Census, Talwargera village had a total population of 1,894 people, including 896 males and 998 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.93%, with male literacy at 46.71% and female literacy at 30.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 678.
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 | 1,894 | 896 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 181 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 134 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 316 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 334 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 562 | 746 |
Nearby Villages of Talwargera
Talwargera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wagingera | West | 3.42 km |
| Kumbarpeth | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Siddapur (g) | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Kaudimatti | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Havinhal | South | 4.71 km |
| Bomanhalli | North-West | 4.83 km |
| Aldhal | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Hasnapur | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Rajapur (d) | South | 5.50 km |
| Venkatapur | East | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwargera
Public transport in the Talwargera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, 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 | 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 Shorapur to Talwargera is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Talwargera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwargera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwargera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talwargera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwargera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talwargera
Where is Talwargera located?
Talwargera village is located in Shorapur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwargera?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwargera is Waganagera.
What is the pincode of Talwargera?
The pincode of Talwargera is 585224.
What is the population of Talwargera?
Talwargera had a total population of 1,894, including 896 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Talwargera?
Talwargera had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwargera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwargera was 37.93%. Male literacy was 46.71% and female literacy was 30.36%.