Talasa - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Talasa is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Sanbhundu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talasa is 387391. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Talasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talasa
As per Census 2011, Talasa village has a total population of 607 people, consisting of 297 males and 310 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 564 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 297 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 275 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 187 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 110 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Talasa
Talasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankati | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Badagobara | West | 1.42 km |
| Changua | North | 1.44 km |
| Sangobara | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Sanbhundu | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Pandupani | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Achutpur | East | 2.08 km |
| Badabhundu | East | 2.23 km |
| Sidadihi | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Saloi | North-East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talasa
Public transport in the Talasa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 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 Rairangpur to Talasa is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Talasa is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talasa 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talasa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talasa
Where is Talasa located?
Talasa village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Talasa is Sanbhundu.
What is the pincode of Talasa?
The pincode of Talasa is 757053.
What is the population of Talasa?
Talasa has a total population of 607, including 297 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Talasa?
There are 128 households in Talasa.
What is the literacy rate in Talasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talasa is 51.89%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 41.29%.