Talpatia - Jharsuguda
Talpatia is a village situated in the Jharsuguda tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Jharsuguda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Talapatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talpatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talpatia is 381109. The village covers a total geographical area of 581 hectares and falls under the 768204 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Talpatia 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 Talpatia
As per Census 2011, Talpatia village has a total population of 2,208 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,118 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,446 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 828 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talpatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,090 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 154 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 167 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 828 | 418 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 792 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 298 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Talpatia
Talpatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saletikra | South | 1.86 km |
| Tangarpali | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Durlaga | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Nadisuguda | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Abankela | North | 2.88 km |
| Daldali | West | 3.35 km |
| Bhasma | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Talmal | East | 4.50 km |
| Jamtalia (j.b.) | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Remenda | North | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talpatia
Talpatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharsuguda R Yard, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Talpatia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talpatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talpatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talpatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talpatia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talpatia
Where is Talpatia located?
Talpatia village is located in Jharsuguda Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talpatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Talpatia is Talapatia.
What is the pincode of Talpatia?
The pincode of Talpatia is 768204.
What is the population of Talpatia?
Talpatia has a total population of 2,208, including 1,090 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Talpatia?
There are 576 households in Talpatia.
What is the literacy rate in Talpatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talpatia is 65.49%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 58.50%.