Tala Gaon - Harraiya, Basti
Tala Gaon is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Tala Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tala Gaon is 179818. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.67 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Tala Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tala Gaon
As per Census 2011, Tala Gaon village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 334 males and 385 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tala Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 334 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 205 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 129 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Tala Gaon
Tala Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Waldi | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Patepur | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Rani Chhattar | West | 0.90 km |
| Dumra Nirwadhan | South | 0.94 km |
| Banjariya Gosai | East | 1.13 km |
| Mudadeeha | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Hansraj | North | 1.30 km |
| Aurangabad | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Virahimpur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Sarmagna | South | 1.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tala Gaon
Tala Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Basti to Tala Gaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Tala Gaon is about 45 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 Tala Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tala Gaon 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tala Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tala Gaon 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 Tala Gaon
Where is Tala Gaon located?
Tala Gaon village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tala Gaon?
Tala Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tala Gaon?
The pincode of Tala Gaon is 272129.
What is the population of Tala Gaon?
Tala Gaon has a total population of 719, including 334 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Tala Gaon?
There are 127 households in Tala Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Tala Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tala Gaon is 52.71%. Male literacy is 61.38% and female literacy is 45.19%.