Talidana - Piploda, Ratlam
Talidana is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Talidana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talidana is 469990. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.35 hectares and falls under the 457340 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Talidana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talidana
According to the 2011 Census, Talidana village had a total population of 1,454 people, including 738 males and 716 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.14%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 64.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 1,454 | 738 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 108 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 568 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 170 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Talidana
Talidana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shakkar Khedi (piploda) | West | 1.23 km |
| Rasulpura | East | 1.49 km |
| Jhajha Khedi | West | 2.48 km |
| Bilandpur | West | 2.55 km |
| Bhat Khedi | South | 2.87 km |
| Kalu Kheda | North | 3.11 km |
| Mamat Kheda | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Mundla Ram | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Jethana | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Kanser | North-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talidana
Talidana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundalaram, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaora to Talidana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Talidana is about 46 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 Talidana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talidana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talidana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talidana 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talidana
Where is Talidana located?
Talidana village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talidana?
Talidana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talidana?
The pincode of Talidana is 457340.
What is the population of Talidana?
Talidana had a total population of 1,454, including 738 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Talidana?
Talidana had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talidana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talidana was 77.14%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 64.20%.