Talakesla - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Talakesla is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talakesla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakesla is 428681. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Talakesla 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 Talakesla
As per Census 2011, Talakesla village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 146 males and 166 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talakesla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 146 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 146 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 71 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 75 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Talakesla
Talakesla 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 Talakesla
Talakesla 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Talakesla is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Talakesla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakesla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakesla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talakesla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakesla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talakesla
Where is Talakesla located?
Talakesla village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talakesla?
The Gram Panchayat of Talakesla is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Talakesla?
The pincode of Talakesla is 764014.
What is the population of Talakesla?
Talakesla has a total population of 312, including 146 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Talakesla?
There are 66 households in Talakesla.
What is the literacy rate in Talakesla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakesla is 38.14%. Male literacy is 48.63% and female literacy is 28.92%.