Talakurunia - Bahanaga, Balasore
Talakurunia is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Soro and around 31 km from Baleshwar. Talakurunia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakurunia is 393826. The village covers a total geographical area of 387 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Talakurunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakurunia
According to the 2011 Census, Talakurunia village had a total population of 2,045 people, including 1,050 males and 995 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.44%, with male literacy at 93.82% and female literacy at 82.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 259, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,045 | 1,050 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 111 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 129 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 881 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 169 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Talakurunia
Talakurunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasinghpadamagura | North | 1.45 km |
| Haripur | East | 1.56 km |
| Jhadta | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Jageswarpada | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Apitira | East | 1.91 km |
| Bajana | West | 1.97 km |
| Benapada | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Sahaspura | South | 2.33 km |
| Nilakanthapur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Pandaharipur | North | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talakurunia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Talakurunia. The nearest railway station is Bahanaga Bazar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Soro to Talakurunia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Talakurunia is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakurunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakurunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talakurunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakurunia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talakurunia
Where is Talakurunia located?
Talakurunia village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talakurunia?
Talakurunia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talakurunia?
The pincode of Talakurunia is 756044.
What is the population of Talakurunia?
Talakurunia had a total population of 2,045, including 1,050 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Talakurunia?
Talakurunia had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakurunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakurunia was 88.44%. Male literacy was 93.82% and female literacy was 82.75%.