Talapali - Raikia, Kandhamal
Talapali 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 113 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapali is 417617. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Talapali 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 Talapali
According to the 2011 Census, Talapali village had a total population of 257 people, including 130 males and 127 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.30%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 59.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 257 | 130 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 34 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 98 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 32 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Talapali
Talapali 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 Talapali
Talapali 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 | 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 Talapali is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Talapali is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapali 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 Talapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapali 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 Talapali
Where is Talapali located?
Talapali village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapali is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Talapali?
The pincode of Talapali is 762101.
What is the population of Talapali?
Talapali had a total population of 257, including 130 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Talapali?
Talapali had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapali was 73.30%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 59.81%.