Taldhunda - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Taldhunda is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dundeimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taldhunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taldhunda is 423850. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Taldhunda 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 Taldhunda
According to the 2011 Census, Taldhunda village had a total population of 96 people, including 42 males and 54 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.91%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 23.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 32 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Taldhunda
Taldhunda 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 Taldhunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Taldhunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Taldhunda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taldhunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taldhunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taldhunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taldhunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taldhunda
Where is Taldhunda located?
Taldhunda village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taldhunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Taldhunda is Dundeimal.
What is the pincode of Taldhunda?
The pincode of Taldhunda is 766014.
What is the population of Taldhunda?
Taldhunda had a total population of 96, including 42 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Taldhunda?
Taldhunda had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taldhunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taldhunda was 23.91%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 23.08%.