Talia - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Talia is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Nudadiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talia is 391142. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Talia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talia
According to the 2011 Census, Talia village had a total population of 811 people, including 419 males and 392 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 74.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 811 | 419 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 331 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Talia
Talia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuagan | East | 0.97 km |
| Nodhadiha | South | 1.15 km |
| Potaldiha | North | 1.19 km |
| Narasingbeda | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Pingu | South | 1.71 km |
| Kukurdima | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Hill Block No-171 | West | 2.52 km |
| Gohira | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Gadiapal | South | 2.69 km |
| Asanbani | South-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talia
Talia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Talia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Talia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talia
Where is Talia located?
Talia village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talia?
The Gram Panchayat of Talia is Nudadiha.
What is the pincode of Talia?
The pincode of Talia is 757041.
What is the population of Talia?
Talia had a total population of 811, including 419 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Talia?
Talia had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talia was 83.19%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 74.78%.