Talamada - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Talamada is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bhogabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talamada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamada is 405561. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Talamada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talamada
According to the 2011 Census, Talamada village had a total population of 54 people, including 28 males and 26 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.91%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Talamada
Talamada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fulara | South | 0.90 km |
| Gerapaju | North | 1.08 km |
| Maniapanga | West | 1.99 km |
| Karadamada | East | 2.24 km |
| Khajuribania | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Uipada | South | 2.53 km |
| Bulunda | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Nidhi Kiari | West | 2.69 km |
| Sanakameti | North | 2.72 km |
| Bijenagar | East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talamada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talamada. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 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 Nayagarh to Talamada is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talamada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talamada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talamada
Where is Talamada located?
Talamada village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talamada?
The Gram Panchayat of Talamada is Bhogabadi.
What is the pincode of Talamada?
The pincode of Talamada is 752084.
What is the population of Talamada?
Talamada had a total population of 54, including 28 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Talamada?
Talamada had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talamada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamada was 40.91%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 30.00%.