Tala - Amarpatan, Maihar
Tala is a village situated in the Amarpatan tehsil of Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Amarpatan and around 66 km from Satna. Tala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tala is 464413. The village covers a total geographical area of 2317.23 hectares and falls under the 485778 pincode. Govindgarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amarpatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tala
According to the 2011 Census, Tala village had a total population of 8,340 people, including 4,209 males and 4,131 females, living in 1,755 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.90%, with male literacy at 80.44% and female literacy at 57.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 900, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,136.
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 | 8,340 | 4,209 | 4,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,238 | 636 | 602 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 900 | 463 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,136 | 568 | 568 |
| Literate Population | 4,893 | 2,874 | 2,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,447 | 1,335 | 2,112 |
Nearby Villages of Tala
Tala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tala
Tala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Govindgarh to Tala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Tala is about 66 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 Tala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tala
Where is Tala located?
Tala village is located in Amarpatan Tehsil, Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tala?
Tala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tala?
The pincode of Tala is 485778.
What is the population of Tala?
Tala had a total population of 8,340, including 4,209 males and 4,131 females.
How many households are there in Tala?
Tala had 1,755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tala was 68.90%. Male literacy was 80.44% and female literacy was 57.21%.