Talakapa - Gop, Puri
Talakapa is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bantaligram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talakapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakapa is 409507. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 752004 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talakapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakapa
As per Census 2011, Talakapa village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 155 males and 171 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 88 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talakapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 155 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 122 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 33 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Talakapa
Talakapa 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 Talakapa
Talakapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talakapa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Talakapa is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talakapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakapa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talakapa
Where is Talakapa located?
Talakapa village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talakapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Talakapa is Bantaligram.
What is the pincode of Talakapa?
The pincode of Talakapa is 752004.
What is the population of Talakapa?
Talakapa has a total population of 326, including 155 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Talakapa?
There are 67 households in Talakapa.
What is the literacy rate in Talakapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakapa is 73.01%. Male literacy is 78.71% and female literacy is 67.84%.