Talchua - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Talchua is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Jamboo Marine and around 82 km from Kendrapara . Talachua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talchua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talchua is 396062. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Talchua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talchua
According to the 2011 Census, Talchua village had a total population of 843 people, including 445 males and 398 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.82%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 70.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 843 | 445 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 64 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 330 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 115 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Talchua
Talchua 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 Talchua
Public transport in the Talchua 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 Pattamundai to Talchua is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Talchua is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talchua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talchua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talchua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talchua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Talchua
Where is Talchua located?
Talchua village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talchua?
The Gram Panchayat of Talchua is Talachua.
What is the pincode of Talchua?
The pincode of Talchua is 754248.
What is the population of Talchua?
Talchua had a total population of 843, including 445 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Talchua?
Talchua had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talchua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talchua was 78.82%. Male literacy was 86.61% and female literacy was 70.68%.