Talaindragada - Raikia, Kandhamal
Talaindragada is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talaindragada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talaindragada is 417621. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Talaindragada 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 Talaindragada
According to the 2011 Census, Talaindragada village had a total population of 186 people, including 94 males and 92 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 62.65% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Talaindragada
Talaindragada 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 Talaindragada
Public transport in the Talaindragada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Talaindragada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Talaindragada is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talaindragada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talaindragada 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 km |
Health Facilities in Talaindragada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talaindragada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talaindragada
Where is Talaindragada located?
Talaindragada village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talaindragada?
The Gram Panchayat of Talaindragada is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Talaindragada?
The pincode of Talaindragada is 762101.
What is the population of Talaindragada?
Talaindragada had a total population of 186, including 94 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Talaindragada?
Talaindragada had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talaindragada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talaindragada was 60.71%. Male literacy was 62.65% and female literacy was 58.82%.