Tal - Sarai, Singrauli
Tal is a village situated in the Sarai tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Deosar and around 90 km from Singrauli. Joba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tal is 503765. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.61 hectares and falls under the 486889 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Tal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tal
According to the 2011 Census, Tal village had a total population of 243 people, including 124 males and 119 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.73%, with male literacy at 62.77% and female literacy at 36.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 59 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 65 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Tal
Tal 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 Tal
Public transport in the Tal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sidhi to Tal is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Tal 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 Tal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tal 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 Tal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tal
Where is Tal located?
Tal village is located in Sarai Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tal is Joba.
What is the pincode of Tal?
The pincode of Tal is 486889.
What is the population of Tal?
Tal had a total population of 243, including 124 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Tal?
Tal had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tal was 49.73%. Male literacy was 62.77% and female literacy was 36.56%.