Talkalima - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Talkalima is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talkalima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkalima is 423067. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Talkalima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talkalima
According to the 2011 Census, Talkalima village had a total population of 141 people, including 65 males and 76 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.27%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 22.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 39 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 26 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Talkalima
Talkalima 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 Talkalima
Talkalima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Talkalima is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talkalima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkalima 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talkalima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkalima 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talkalima
Where is Talkalima located?
Talkalima village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talkalima?
The Gram Panchayat of Talkalima is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Talkalima?
The pincode of Talkalima is 766027.
What is the population of Talkalima?
Talkalima had a total population of 141, including 65 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Talkalima?
Talkalima had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talkalima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkalima was 47.27%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 22.03%.