Talgachhia - Jaleswar, Balasore
Talgachhia is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jaleswar and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Paiksida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talgachhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgachhia is 391568. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756088 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Talgachhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talgachhia
According to the 2011 Census, Talgachhia village had a total population of 240 people, including 130 males and 110 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 83.51%.
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 | 240 | 130 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 106 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 24 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Talgachhia
Talgachhia 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 Talgachhia
Public transport in the Talgachhia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Talgachhia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Talgachhia is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgachhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgachhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talgachhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgachhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talgachhia
Where is Talgachhia located?
Talgachhia village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talgachhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Talgachhia is Paiksida.
What is the pincode of Talgachhia?
The pincode of Talgachhia is 756088.
What is the population of Talgachhia?
Talgachhia had a total population of 240, including 130 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Talgachhia?
Talgachhia had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talgachhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgachhia was 86.57%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 83.51%.