Talanga - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Talanga is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girligumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talanga is 428393. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Talanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talanga
As per Census 2011, Talanga village has a total population of 724 people, consisting of 351 males and 373 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 615 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | 351 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 305 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 176 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 175 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Talanga
Talanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Roiambo | South | 0.92 km |
| Dokribeda | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Gadagadajodi | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Talatarlaghat | West | 5.85 km |
| Gunur | South | 5.88 km |
| Bandisil | South-East | 5.91 km |
| Tureighati | East | 6.04 km |
| Jabapadar | East | 6.18 km |
| Talagadala | South-East | 6.73 km |
| Upargunjamali | North-West | 6.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talanga
Talanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Talanga is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Talanga is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talanga 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 Talanga
Where is Talanga located?
Talanga village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Talanga is Girligumma.
What is the pincode of Talanga?
The pincode of Talanga is 764028.
What is the population of Talanga?
Talanga has a total population of 724, including 351 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Talanga?
There are 180 households in Talanga.
What is the literacy rate in Talanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talanga is 34.67%. Male literacy is 50.14% and female literacy is 20.11%.