Talapada - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Talapada is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Letheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapada is 402752. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Talapada 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 Talapada
According to the 2011 Census, Talapada village had a total population of 282 people, including 141 males and 141 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.57%, with male literacy at 14.56% and female literacy at 2.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 282 | 141 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 140 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 126 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Talapada
Talapada 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 Talapada
Public transport in the Talapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Talapada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talapada
Where is Talapada located?
Talapada village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapada is Letheka.
What is the pincode of Talapada?
The pincode of Talapada is 759016.
What is the population of Talapada?
Talapada had a total population of 282, including 141 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Talapada?
Talapada had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapada was 8.57%. Male literacy was 14.56% and female literacy was 2.80%.