Talpatak - Biridi, Jagatsinghapur
Talpatak is a village situated in the Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biridi and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Gopinathapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talpatak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talpatak is 398061. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 754102 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talpatak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talpatak
As per Census 2011, Talpatak village has a total population of 1,428 people, consisting of 728 males and 700 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,021 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talpatak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,428 | 728 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 553 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 175 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Talpatak
Talpatak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barahpur | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Nuadhana | West | 1.06 km |
| Budha Pada | South | 1.06 km |
| Padasahi | East | 1.23 km |
| Anantabrahmapur | West | 1.40 km |
| Balia | South | 1.80 km |
| Pandia | West | 1.88 km |
| Tentulia | North | 1.99 km |
| Mohatol | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Nuapari | South-West | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talpatak
Talpatak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badakhandita, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Talpatak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talpatak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talpatak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talpatak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talpatak 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 Talpatak
Where is Talpatak located?
Talpatak village is located in Biridi Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talpatak?
The Gram Panchayat of Talpatak is Gopinathapur.
What is the pincode of Talpatak?
The pincode of Talpatak is 754102.
What is the population of Talpatak?
Talpatak has a total population of 1,428, including 728 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Talpatak?
There are 295 households in Talpatak.
What is the literacy rate in Talpatak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talpatak is 71.50%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 66.86%.