Talamunda - Rayagada, Gajapati
Talamunda is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Talamunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamunda is 414756. The village covers a total geographical area of 527 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Talamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Talamunda village had a total population of 656 people, including 330 males and 326 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.17%, with male literacy at 73.57% and female literacy at 51.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 581.
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 | 656 | 330 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 295 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 206 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 124 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Talamunda
Talamunda 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 Talamunda
Talamunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Talamunda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Talamunda is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talamunda
Where is Talamunda located?
Talamunda village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talamunda?
Talamunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talamunda?
The pincode of Talamunda is 761212.
What is the population of Talamunda?
Talamunda had a total population of 656, including 330 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Talamunda?
Talamunda had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamunda was 62.17%. Male literacy was 73.57% and female literacy was 51.20%.