Talmunda - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Talmunda is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Pakelpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talmunda is 381170. The village covers a total geographical area of 1246 hectares and falls under the 768221 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Talmunda 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 Talmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Talmunda village had a total population of 2,325 people, including 1,138 males and 1,187 females, living in 580 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.90%, with male literacy at 78.97% and female literacy at 61.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,206.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,325 | 1,138 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 125 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 220 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,206 | 570 | 636 |
| Literate Population | 1,435 | 800 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 338 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Talmunda
Talmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandnimal | South | 2.30 km |
| Sahaspur | West | 2.62 km |
| Khajurkhaman | East | 3.20 km |
| Pakelpada | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Barhamusa | South | 3.92 km |
| Khuntamal | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Ramchipidihi | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Baladmal | East | 4.72 km |
| Bandhakani | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Naikbandhpali | West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talmunda
Talmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dharuadihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Talmunda is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talmunda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talmunda
Where is Talmunda located?
Talmunda village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Talmunda is Pakelpada.
What is the pincode of Talmunda?
The pincode of Talmunda is 768221.
What is the population of Talmunda?
Talmunda had a total population of 2,325, including 1,138 males and 1,187 females.
How many households are there in Talmunda?
Talmunda had 580 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talmunda was 69.90%. Male literacy was 78.97% and female literacy was 61.06%.