Talbarkota - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Talbarkota 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. Talabarkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talbarkota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talbarkota is 403365. The village covers a total geographical area of 985 hectares and falls under the 759027 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Talbarkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Talbarkota
As per Census 2011, Talbarkota village has a total population of 5,490 people, consisting of 2,783 males and 2,707 females. The village has 1,471 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 615 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,866 literate and 1,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 901 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 782 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talbarkota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,490 | 2,783 | 2,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 615 | 310 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 901 | 442 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 782 | 397 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 3,866 | 2,124 | 1,742 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 659 | 965 |
Nearby Villages of Talbarkota
Talbarkota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manipur | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Dallaka | East | 2.23 km |
| Nadiali | East | 2.61 km |
| Deopada | South | 3.02 km |
| Siaria | North | 3.08 km |
| Baladiabandha | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Regeda | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Jenasahu Patna | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Patrabhag | West | 3.63 km |
| Dorada | South-East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talbarkota
Talbarkota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Joranda Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Talbarkota is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Talbarkota is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talbarkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talbarkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talbarkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talbarkota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talbarkota
Where is Talbarkota located?
Talbarkota village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talbarkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Talbarkota is Talabarkot.
What is the pincode of Talbarkota?
The pincode of Talbarkota is 759027.
What is the population of Talbarkota?
Talbarkota has a total population of 5,490, including 2,783 males and 2,707 females.
How many households are there in Talbarkota?
There are 1,471 households in Talbarkota.
What is the literacy rate in Talbarkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talbarkota is 70.42%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 64.35%.