Talchake - Bangomunda, Balangir
Talchake is a village situated in the Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kantabanji and around 64 km from Balangir. Jurabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talchake village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talchake is 421216. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 767039 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Talchake village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talchake
As per Census 2011, Talchake village has a total population of 628 people, consisting of 309 males and 319 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talchake are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 628 | 309 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 50 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 208 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 101 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Talchake
Talchake 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khujenbahal | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Chhatrang | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Barkani | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Dangia | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Jurabandh | South | 2.53 km |
| Bagbahal | East | 2.65 km |
| Sardhapur | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Degan | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Salepara | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Sargul | East | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talchake
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Talchake. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Talchake is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Talchake is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talchake
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talchake village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talchake
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talchake 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talchake
Where is Talchake located?
Talchake village is located in Bangomunda Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talchake?
The Gram Panchayat of Talchake is Jurabandh.
What is the pincode of Talchake?
The pincode of Talchake is 767039.
What is the population of Talchake?
Talchake has a total population of 628, including 309 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Talchake?
There are 139 households in Talchake.
What is the literacy rate in Talchake?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talchake is 49.84%. Male literacy is 67.31% and female literacy is 32.92%.