Talapadar - Mathili, Malkangiri
Talapadar is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Salimi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapadar is 430408. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 65 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 Chitrakonda 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 515 people, including 266 males and 249 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.17%, with male literacy at 44.02% and female literacy at 15.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 475.
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 | 515 | 266 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 248 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 92 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 174 | 220 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Malkangiri to Talapadar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talapadar
Where is Talapadar located?
Talapadar village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapadar is Salimi.
What is the pincode of Talapadar?
The pincode of Talapadar is 764044.
What is the population of Talapadar?
Talapadar had a total population of 515, including 266 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Talapadar?
Talapadar had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapadar was 30.17%. Male literacy was 44.02% and female literacy was 15.10%.