Talod - Sonkatch, Dewas
Talod is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Talod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talod is 473390. The village covers a total geographical area of 1867.03 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Talod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talod
As per Census 2011, Talod village has a total population of 3,453 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,706 females. The village has 620 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,062 literate and 1,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,015 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,453 | 1,747 | 1,706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 516 | 499 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 2,062 | 1,247 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,391 | 500 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Talod
Talod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandharvpuri | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Harnawada | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Mundikhedi | North | 3.69 km |
| Taldi | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Jamgod | East | 4.16 km |
| Kachnariya Eklehra | North | 4.20 km |
| Lalakhedi | South | 4.21 km |
| Chhayanmena | East | 4.29 km |
| Khoyara | North | 4.66 km |
| Garhkhajuriya | North-East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talod
Talod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Berchha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonkatch to Talod is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Talod is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talod 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 Talod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talod
Where is Talod located?
Talod village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talod?
Talod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talod?
The pincode of Talod is 455223.
What is the population of Talod?
Talod has a total population of 3,453, including 1,747 males and 1,706 females.
How many households are there in Talod?
There are 620 households in Talod.
What is the literacy rate in Talod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talod is 59.72%. Male literacy is 71.38% and female literacy is 47.77%.