Talagotha - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Talagotha is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talagotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talagotha is 403180. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 759013 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talagotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talagotha
According to the 2011 Census, Talagotha village had a total population of 246 people, including 125 males and 121 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.11%, with male literacy at 55.26% and female literacy at 46.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 246 | 125 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 62 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Talagotha
Talagotha 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 Talagotha
Talagotha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Talagotha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talagotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talagotha 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 Talagotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talagotha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talagotha
Where is Talagotha located?
Talagotha village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talagotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Talagotha is Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Talagotha?
The pincode of Talagotha is 759013.
What is the population of Talagotha?
Talagotha had a total population of 246, including 125 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Talagotha?
Talagotha had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talagotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talagotha was 51.11%. Male literacy was 55.26% and female literacy was 46.85%.