Talapadar - Boipariguda, Koraput
Talapadar is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kathapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapadar is 429354. The village covers a total geographical area of 421 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Talapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Talapadar village had a total population of 412 people, including 195 males and 217 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.81%, with male literacy at 14.47% and female literacy at 3.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 401.
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 | 412 | 195 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 36 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 190 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 23 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 172 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Talapadar
Talapadar 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 Talapadar
Talapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Talapadar is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Talapadar is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapadar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talapadar
Where is Talapadar located?
Talapadar village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapadar is Kathapada.
What is the pincode of Talapadar?
The pincode of Talapadar is 764043.
What is the population of Talapadar?
Talapadar had a total population of 412, including 195 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Talapadar?
Talapadar had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapadar was 8.81%. Male literacy was 14.47% and female literacy was 3.53%.