Talakia - Oupada, Balasore
Talakia is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 0.5 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Talakia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakia is 393403. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Talakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakia
According to the 2011 Census, Talakia village had a total population of 604 people, including 288 males and 316 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.65%, with male literacy at 90.20% and female literacy at 75.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 604 | 288 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 230 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 58 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Talakia
Talakia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talakia
Talakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talakia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Talakia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talakia
Where is Talakia located?
Talakia village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talakia?
Talakia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talakia?
The pincode of Talakia is 756049.
What is the population of Talakia?
Talakia had a total population of 604, including 288 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Talakia?
Talakia had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakia was 82.65%. Male literacy was 90.20% and female literacy was 75.80%.