Talapada - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Talapada is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 177 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Talapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapada is 389034. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talapada
As per Census 2011, Talapada village has a total population of 1,518 people, consisting of 763 males and 755 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,518 | 763 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 111 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,237 | 615 | 622 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 437 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 326 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Talapada
Talapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andharikhaman | North | 1.47 km |
| Patiapada | West | 1.70 km |
| Bandhagan | East | 1.78 km |
| Lokanathpur | North | 2.00 km |
| Chakulia | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Gahandiha | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Khadipal | North | 2.64 km |
| Mukundiapada | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Tikarpada | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Bholpada | West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talapada
Talapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karanjia to Talapada is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Talapada is about 177 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talapada?
Talapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talapada?
The pincode of Talapada is 757038.
What is the population of Talapada?
Talapada has a total population of 1,518, including 763 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Talapada?
There are 349 households in Talapada.
What is the literacy rate in Talapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapada is 48.35%. Male literacy is 57.27% and female literacy is 39.34%.