Talamahuri - Khaira, Balasore
Talamahuri is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Khaira and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Palasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talamahuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamahuri is 393598. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Talamahuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talamahuri
As per Census 2011, Talamahuri village has a total population of 1,109 people, consisting of 584 males and 525 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 823 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talamahuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,109 | 584 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 218 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 472 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 112 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Talamahuri
Talamahuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arjunpur | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Alada | North | 1.07 km |
| Palasa | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Nahanga | West | 1.48 km |
| Nimapalli | South | 1.57 km |
| Nachhipur | East | 1.64 km |
| Erendei | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Purusottampur (khaira ) | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Nischinta | South | 1.89 km |
| Itamundei | West | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talamahuri
Talamahuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Talamahuri is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Talamahuri is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talamahuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamahuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talamahuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamahuri 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 Talamahuri
Where is Talamahuri located?
Talamahuri village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talamahuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Talamahuri is Palasa.
What is the pincode of Talamahuri?
The pincode of Talamahuri is 756048.
What is the population of Talamahuri?
Talamahuri has a total population of 1,109, including 584 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Talamahuri?
There are 259 households in Talamahuri.
What is the literacy rate in Talamahuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamahuri is 74.21%. Male literacy is 80.82% and female literacy is 66.86%.