Talapunji - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Talapunji is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from Kanpur and around 122 km from Cuttack. Olaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapunji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapunji is 398603. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Talapunji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talapunji
As per Census 2011, Talapunji village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 123 males and 122 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talapunji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 123 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 80 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Talapunji
Talapunji 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 Talapunji
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Talapunji.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Talapunji is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Talapunji is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapunji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapunji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talapunji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapunji 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 Talapunji
Where is Talapunji located?
Talapunji village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talapunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapunji is Olaba.
What is the pincode of Talapunji?
The pincode of Talapunji is 754032.
What is the population of Talapunji?
Talapunji has a total population of 245, including 123 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Talapunji?
There are 55 households in Talapunji.
What is the literacy rate in Talapunji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapunji is 31.84%. Male literacy is 34.96% and female literacy is 28.69%.