Talbahal` - Saintala, Balangir
Talbahal` is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Talbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talbahal` village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talbahal` is 421055. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Talbahal` village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talbahal`
As per Census 2011, Talbahal` village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 275 males and 244 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talbahal` are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 275 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 186 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 89 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Talbahal`
Talbahal` 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamkani | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Suliamal | East | 1.98 km |
| Ekagudi | North | 2.37 km |
| Saledamak | North | 2.41 km |
| Rengali Bahal | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Dabjor | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Jhinkermal | North | 3.93 km |
| Jhimanpali | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Dhunkeda | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Karamtula | South | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talbahal`
Talbahal` is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balangir to Talbahal` is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talbahal`
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talbahal` village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talbahal`
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talbahal` 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talbahal`
Where is Talbahal` located?
Talbahal` village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talbahal`?
The Gram Panchayat of Talbahal` is Talbahal.
What is the pincode of Talbahal`?
The pincode of Talbahal` is 767032.
What is the population of Talbahal`?
Talbahal` has a total population of 519, including 275 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Talbahal`?
There are 146 households in Talbahal`.
What is the literacy rate in Talbahal`?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talbahal` is 54.72%. Male literacy is 67.64% and female literacy is 40.16%.