Talanagar - Soro, Balasore
Talanagar is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Soro and around 42 km from Baleshwar. Talanagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talanagar is 393985. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Talanagar 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 Talanagar
As per Census 2011, Talanagar village has a total population of 1,309 people, consisting of 674 males and 635 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 956 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 674 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 76 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 530 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 144 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Talanagar
Talanagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmapur | East | 0.88 km |
| Salampur | South | 1.05 km |
| Habeligandatira | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Sunari | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Alipur | North | 1.78 km |
| Keshpur | East | 1.85 km |
| Kashaba | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Sirapur | East | 2.34 km |
| Bainandamangarajpur | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Radhaballavpur | South | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talanagar
Public transport in the Talanagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.7 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Talanagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Talanagar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talanagar 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 Talanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talanagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talanagar
Where is Talanagar located?
Talanagar village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talanagar?
Talanagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talanagar?
The pincode of Talanagar is 756045.
What is the population of Talanagar?
Talanagar has a total population of 1,309, including 674 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Talanagar?
There are 282 households in Talanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Talanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talanagar is 73.03%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 67.09%.