Tahalia - Remuna, Balasore
Tahalia is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Barunasing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tahalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tahalia is 392839. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 756043 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Tahalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tahalia
As per Census 2011, Tahalia village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 506 males and 462 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 751 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tahalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 506 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 416 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 90 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Tahalia
Tahalia 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 Tahalia
Tahalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Tahalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Tahalia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tahalia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tahalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tahalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tahalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tahalia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tahalia
Where is Tahalia located?
Tahalia village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tahalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tahalia is Barunasing.
What is the pincode of Tahalia?
The pincode of Tahalia is 756043.
What is the population of Tahalia?
Tahalia has a total population of 968, including 506 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Tahalia?
There are 206 households in Tahalia.
What is the literacy rate in Tahalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tahalia is 77.58%. Male literacy is 82.21% and female literacy is 72.51%.