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
As per Census 2011, Talagotha village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 125 males and 121 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talagotha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 125 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 246, including 125 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Talagotha?
There are 61 households in Talagotha.
What is the literacy rate in Talagotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talagotha is 46.75%. Male literacy is 50.40% and female literacy is 42.98%.