Talakot - Sinapali, Nuapada
Talakot is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Ghatmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakot is 422172. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Talakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakot
According to the 2011 Census, Talakot village had a total population of 949 people, including 476 males and 473 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.32%, with male literacy at 34.46% and female literacy at 16.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 602.
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 | 949 | 476 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 602 | 301 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 133 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 343 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Talakot
Talakot 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 Talakot
Talakot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khariar Road to Talakot is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Talakot is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakot 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakot 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 Talakot
Where is Talakot located?
Talakot village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Talakot is Ghatmal.
What is the pincode of Talakot?
The pincode of Talakot is 766108.
What is the population of Talakot?
Talakot had a total population of 949, including 476 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Talakot?
Talakot had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakot was 25.32%. Male literacy was 34.46% and female literacy was 16.33%.