Talapada - Betnoti, Mayurbhanj
Talapada is a village situated in the Betnoti tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Baisinga and around 56 km from Baripada. Santara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapada is 390429. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talapada
According to the 2011 Census, Talapada village had a total population of 631 people, including 331 males and 300 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.52%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 46.25%.
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 | 631 | 331 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 210 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 121 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Talapada
Talapada 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 Talapada
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Talapada. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Talapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Talapada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Talapada is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talapada
Where is Talapada located?
Talapada village is located in Betnoti Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapada is Santara.
What is the pincode of Talapada?
The pincode of Talapada is 757032.
What is the population of Talapada?
Talapada had a total population of 631, including 331 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Talapada?
Talapada had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapada was 62.52%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 46.25%.