Talapatna - Dharakote, Ganjam
Talapatna is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Dharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapatna is 411314. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Talapatna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talapatna
As per Census 2011, Talapatna village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 202 males and 235 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talapatna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 202 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 131 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 144 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 58 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Talapatna
Talapatna 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 Talapatna
Talapatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Asika to Talapatna is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Talapatna is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapatna 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talapatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapatna 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talapatna
Where is Talapatna located?
Talapatna village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talapatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapatna is Dharakote.
What is the pincode of Talapatna?
The pincode of Talapatna is 761107.
What is the population of Talapatna?
Talapatna has a total population of 437, including 202 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Talapatna?
There are 100 households in Talapatna.
What is the literacy rate in Talapatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapatna is 54.46%. Male literacy is 71.29% and female literacy is 40.00%.