Talpadar - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Talpadar is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talpadar is 423959. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Talpadar village had a total population of 675 people, including 336 males and 339 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.95%, with male literacy at 74.41% and female literacy at 51.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 675 | 336 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 39 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 149 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 221 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 115 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Talpadar
Talpadar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talpadar
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Talpadar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Talpadar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Talpadar
Where is Talpadar located?
Talpadar village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Talpadar?
The pincode of Talpadar is 766015.
What is the population of Talpadar?
Talpadar had a total population of 675, including 336 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Talpadar?
Talpadar had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talpadar was 62.95%. Male literacy was 74.41% and female literacy was 51.05%.