Talada - Astaranga, Puri
Talada is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Talada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talada is 409190. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 752119 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Talada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talada
As per Census 2011, Talada village has a total population of 1,090 people, consisting of 501 males and 589 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,175 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 769 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,090 | 501 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 108 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 393 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 108 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Talada
Talada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Edabans | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Sanaolangar | South | 1.56 km |
| Dhuanpada | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Dihakarada | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Ostapur | South | 2.80 km |
| Khandasahi | South | 2.94 km |
| Bhandisahi | West | 3.06 km |
| Rishala | East | 3.12 km |
| Dihatelasara | North | 3.24 km |
| Lataharan | South-West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talada
Talada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Talada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Talada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talada 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 Talada
Where is Talada located?
Talada village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talada?
Talada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talada?
The pincode of Talada is 752119.
What is the population of Talada?
Talada has a total population of 1,090, including 501 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Talada?
There are 311 households in Talada.
What is the literacy rate in Talada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talada is 70.55%. Male literacy is 78.44% and female literacy is 63.84%.