Talamalai - Thalavadi, Erode
Talamalai is a village situated in the Thalavadi taluka of Erode district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 49 km from Sathyamangalam and around 86 km from Erode. Talamalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamalai is 634790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1337.61 hectares and falls under the 638461 pincode. Sathiyamangalam is the nearest town.
Talamalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavanisagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talamalai
As per Census 2011, Talamalai village has a total population of 4,828 people, consisting of 2,386 males and 2,442 females. The village has 1,295 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 479 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,910 literate and 1,918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,096 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talamalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,828 | 2,386 | 2,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 236 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,598 | 786 | 812 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,096 | 541 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 2,910 | 1,632 | 1,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,918 | 754 | 1,164 |
Nearby Villages of Talamalai
Talamalai 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 Talamalai
Talamalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Erode to Talamalai is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talamalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talamalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamalai 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talamalai
Where is Talamalai located?
Talamalai village is located in Thalavadi Taluka, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talamalai?
Talamalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talamalai?
The pincode of Talamalai is 638461.
What is the population of Talamalai?
Talamalai has a total population of 4,828, including 2,386 males and 2,442 females.
How many households are there in Talamalai?
There are 1,295 households in Talamalai.
What is the literacy rate in Talamalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamalai is 60.27%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 52.33%.