Taladandikia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Taladandikia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Taladandikia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taladandikia is 416466. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Taladandikia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taladandikia
As per Census 2011, Taladandikia village has a total population of 1,124 people, consisting of 591 males and 533 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 813 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 768 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taladandikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,124 | 591 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 419 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 480 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 111 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Taladandikia
Taladandikia 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 Taladandikia
Public transport in the Taladandikia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Taladandikia is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Taladandikia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taladandikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taladandikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taladandikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taladandikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taladandikia
Where is Taladandikia located?
Taladandikia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taladandikia?
Taladandikia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taladandikia?
The pincode of Taladandikia is 762106.
What is the population of Taladandikia?
Taladandikia has a total population of 1,124, including 591 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Taladandikia?
There are 254 households in Taladandikia.
What is the literacy rate in Taladandikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taladandikia is 72.33%. Male literacy is 81.22% and female literacy is 62.48%.