Talasamatha - Banspal, Keonjhar
Talasamatha is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Kendujhar Town and around 20 km from Kendujhar. Baragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talasamatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talasamatha is 386203. The village covers a total geographical area of 515 hectares and falls under the 758013 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Talasamatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talasamatha
According to the 2011 Census, Talasamatha village had a total population of 160 people, including 78 males and 82 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.69%, with male literacy at 70.15% and female literacy at 41.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 47 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 31 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Talasamatha
Talasamatha 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 Talasamatha
Talasamatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Talasamatha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Talasamatha is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talasamatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talasamatha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talasamatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talasamatha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talasamatha
Where is Talasamatha located?
Talasamatha village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talasamatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Talasamatha is Baragarh.
What is the pincode of Talasamatha?
The pincode of Talasamatha is 758013.
What is the population of Talasamatha?
Talasamatha had a total population of 160, including 78 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Talasamatha?
Talasamatha had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talasamatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talasamatha was 56.69%. Male literacy was 70.15% and female literacy was 41.67%.