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
As per Census 2011, Talapadar village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 266 males and 249 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 475 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talapadar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 515, including 266 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Talapadar?
There are 121 households in Talapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Talapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapadar is 23.50%. Male literacy is 34.59% and female literacy is 11.65%.