Talaponka - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Talaponka is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Jagannath Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talaponka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talaponka is 410482. The village covers a total geographical area of 686 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Bellaguntha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talaponka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talaponka
As per Census 2011, Talaponka village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 49 males and 64 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,306 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talaponka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 49 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 35 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Talaponka
Talaponka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripur | West | 1.61 km |
| Chikili | South | 1.69 km |
| Chopara | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Nada | South | 2.88 km |
| Pantiama | East | 3.08 km |
| Gochabadi | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Gandadhara | South | 3.20 km |
| Bhuktabhumi | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Barabara | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Chudakhai | West | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talaponka
Talaponka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bellaguntha to Talaponka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Talaponka is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talaponka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talaponka 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 Talaponka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talaponka 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 Talaponka
Where is Talaponka located?
Talaponka village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talaponka?
The Gram Panchayat of Talaponka is Jagannath Prasad.
What is the pincode of Talaponka?
The pincode of Talaponka is 761121.
What is the population of Talaponka?
Talaponka has a total population of 113, including 49 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Talaponka?
There are 35 households in Talaponka.
What is the literacy rate in Talaponka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talaponka is 22.12%. Male literacy is 28.57% and female literacy is 17.19%.