Talakaipadar - Lakshmipur, Koraput
Talakaipadar is a village situated in the Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakshmipur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kusumguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talakaipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakaipadar is 428525. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 765013 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Talakaipadar 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 Talakaipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Talakaipadar village had a total population of 609 people, including 272 males and 337 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.11%, with male literacy at 15.56% and female literacy at 7.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 592.
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 | 609 | 272 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 592 | 263 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 237 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Talakaipadar
Talakaipadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uperkaipadar Alias Narasikaipadar) | South | 1.71 km |
| Barasanka(badasankha) | South | 2.28 km |
| Rajanpanasgura | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Karagura | East | 3.17 km |
| Punjisil | South | 3.92 km |
| Odiyapentha | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Goudachema | West | 4.17 km |
| Biriguda | North | 4.18 km |
| Raulipadar | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Kenduwada | North-East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talakaipadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talakaipadar. The nearest railway station is Laxmipur Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Talakaipadar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Talakaipadar is about 68 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 Talakaipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakaipadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talakaipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakaipadar 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 Talakaipadar
Where is Talakaipadar located?
Talakaipadar village is located in Lakshmipur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talakaipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talakaipadar is Kusumguda.
What is the pincode of Talakaipadar?
The pincode of Talakaipadar is 765013.
What is the population of Talakaipadar?
Talakaipadar had a total population of 609, including 272 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Talakaipadar?
Talakaipadar had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakaipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakaipadar was 11.11%. Male literacy was 15.56% and female literacy was 7.53%.