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
According to the 2011 Census, Talapunji village had a total population of 245 people, including 123 males and 122 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.28%, with male literacy at 40.57% and female literacy at 32.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 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 had a total population of 245, including 123 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Talapunji?
Talapunji had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapunji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapunji was 36.28%. Male literacy was 40.57% and female literacy was 32.11%.