Talamala - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Talamala is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Talamala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamala is 423707. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Talamala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talamala
As per Census 2011, Talamala village has a total population of 2,726 people, consisting of 1,318 males and 1,408 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,429 literate and 1,297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talamala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,726 | 1,318 | 1,408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 298 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,429 | 882 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,297 | 436 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Talamala
Talamala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masigaon | South | 1.32 km |
| Chilgaon | North | 1.72 km |
| Sahajakana | East | 2.26 km |
| Atigaon | West | 2.65 km |
| Kuruguda | South | 2.72 km |
| Murlapadar | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Michhagaon | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Phunda | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Bandhagaon | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Bhaunriguda | South | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talamala
Talamala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Junagarh to Talamala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Talamala is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talamala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talamala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talamala
Where is Talamala located?
Talamala village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talamala?
Talamala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talamala?
The pincode of Talamala is 766014.
What is the population of Talamala?
Talamala has a total population of 2,726, including 1,318 males and 1,408 females.
How many households are there in Talamala?
There are 739 households in Talamala.
What is the literacy rate in Talamala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamala is 52.42%. Male literacy is 66.92% and female literacy is 38.85%.