Talaminjapanka - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Talaminjapanka is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from Brahmanigaon and around 171 km from Phulbani. Katingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talaminjapanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talaminjapanka is 417340. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Talaminjapanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talaminjapanka
As per Census 2011, Talaminjapanka village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 280 males and 283 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talaminjapanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 280 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 141 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 139 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Talaminjapanka
Talaminjapanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raldipanka | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Rameli | West | 1.42 km |
| Haraguda | North | 1.95 km |
| Tuhar | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Ghodapanka | West | 2.81 km |
| Kuduma | North | 3.39 km |
| Budhihura | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Salaba | West | 3.99 km |
| Lutunguda | North | 4.18 km |
| Heprema | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talaminjapanka
Talaminjapanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| 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 Digapahandi to Talaminjapanka is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Talaminjapanka is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talaminjapanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talaminjapanka 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 Talaminjapanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talaminjapanka 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 Talaminjapanka
Where is Talaminjapanka located?
Talaminjapanka village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talaminjapanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Talaminjapanka is Katingia.
What is the pincode of Talaminjapanka?
The pincode of Talaminjapanka is 762021.
What is the population of Talaminjapanka?
Talaminjapanka has a total population of 563, including 280 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Talaminjapanka?
There are 142 households in Talaminjapanka.
What is the literacy rate in Talaminjapanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talaminjapanka is 42.27%. Male literacy is 50.36% and female literacy is 34.28%.