Talarenga - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Talarenga is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talarenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talarenga is 428603. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Talarenga 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 Talarenga
As per Census 2011, Talarenga village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 213 males and 230 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 440 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talarenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 213 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 212 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 126 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 87 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Talarenga
Talarenga 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 Talarenga
Talarenga 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Talarenga is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Talarenga is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talarenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talarenga 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 Talarenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talarenga 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 Talarenga
Where is Talarenga located?
Talarenga village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talarenga?
The Gram Panchayat of Talarenga is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Talarenga?
The pincode of Talarenga is 764014.
What is the population of Talarenga?
Talarenga has a total population of 443, including 213 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Talarenga?
There are 93 households in Talarenga.
What is the literacy rate in Talarenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talarenga is 45.15%. Male literacy is 59.15% and female literacy is 32.17%.