Talaganda - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Talaganda is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bampa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talaganda is 403093. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Talaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Talaganda village had a total population of 65 people, including 29 males and 36 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,241 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.15%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Talaganda
Talaganda 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 Talaganda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talaganda.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Talaganda is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Talaganda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talaganda 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 Talaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talaganda 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 Talaganda
Where is Talaganda located?
Talaganda village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Talaganda is Bampa.
What is the pincode of Talaganda?
The pincode of Talaganda is 759022.
What is the population of Talaganda?
Talaganda had a total population of 65, including 29 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Talaganda?
Talaganda had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talaganda was 64.15%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 62.07%.