Talmal - Jharsuguda
Talmal is a village situated in the Jharsuguda tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jharsuguda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Durlaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talmal is 381110. The village covers a total geographical area of 861 hectares and falls under the 768204 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talmal
As per Census 2011, Talmal village has a total population of 1,643 people, consisting of 851 males and 792 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,122 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 785 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 851 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 90 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 785 | 413 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 649 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 202 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Talmal
Talmal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kankaramunda | East | 1.89 km |
| Jamtalia (j.b.) | North | 2.71 km |
| Durlaga | West | 3.17 km |
| Chandarpur | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Dhutra | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Tangarpali | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Arda | East | 4.16 km |
| Talpatia | West | 4.50 km |
| Kabanga | North | 4.68 km |
| Bhasma | North-West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talmal
Talmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhutra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 1.8 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Talmal 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 Talmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talmal
Where is Talmal located?
Talmal village is located in Jharsuguda Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Talmal is Durlaga.
What is the pincode of Talmal?
The pincode of Talmal is 768204.
What is the population of Talmal?
Talmal has a total population of 1,643, including 851 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Talmal?
There are 398 households in Talmal.
What is the literacy rate in Talmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talmal is 68.29%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 59.72%.