Talanpur - Merta, Nagaur
Talanpur is a village situated in the Merta tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merta and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Talanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talanpur is 083115. The village covers a total geographical area of 2717.07 hectares and falls under the 342902 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Talanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Merta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talanpur
As per Census 2011, Talanpur village has a total population of 4,224 people, consisting of 2,218 males and 2,006 females. The village has 802 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 562 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,270 literate and 1,954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,224 | 2,218 | 2,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 562 | 316 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,247 | 647 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,270 | 1,540 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,954 | 678 | 1,276 |
Nearby Villages of Talanpur
Talanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Tukliya | East | 4.04 km |
| Dhanapa | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Hanuman Nagar | West | 5.54 km |
| Mad Puriya | South | 5.62 km |
| Palri Siddha | South-West | 5.64 km |
| Dhadhesri | North-West | 5.94 km |
| Bhilawas | North-East | 6.58 km |
| Jasnagar | West | 6.83 km |
| Basnisiya Charana | East | 7.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talanpur
Public transport in the Talanpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kharia Khangarh, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Merta City to Talanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Talanpur 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 Talanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talanpur
Where is Talanpur located?
Talanpur village is located in Merta Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talanpur?
Talanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talanpur?
The pincode of Talanpur is 342902.
What is the population of Talanpur?
Talanpur has a total population of 4,224, including 2,218 males and 2,006 females.
How many households are there in Talanpur?
There are 802 households in Talanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Talanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talanpur is 53.74%. Male literacy is 69.43% and female literacy is 36.39%.