Talod - Alot, Ratlam
Talod is a village situated in the Alot tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alot and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Talod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talod is 470310. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.49 hectares and falls under the 457114 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Talod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talod
As per Census 2011, Talod village has a total population of 3,109 people, consisting of 1,601 males and 1,508 females. The village has 700 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 456 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,633 literate and 1,476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,109 | 1,601 | 1,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 219 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 355 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,633 | 1,017 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,476 | 584 | 892 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dadiya Kheda | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Dungariya | South | 2.70 km |
| Nipaniya Rajguru | North | 2.83 km |
| Dabdiya | West | 3.20 km |
| Hajalyakhedi | East | 3.73 km |
| Aranyabena | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Ghatpeepalya | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Isampur | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Balah | East | 4.35 km |
| Ilyakhedi | South | 4.75 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 Luni Richha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alot to Talod is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Talod is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talod
Where is Talod located?
Talod village is located in Alot Tehsil, Ratlam 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 457114.
What is the population of Talod?
Talod has a total population of 3,109, including 1,601 males and 1,508 females.
How many households are there in Talod?
There are 700 households in Talod.
What is the literacy rate in Talod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talod is 52.52%. Male literacy is 63.52% and female literacy is 40.85%.