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
According to the 2011 Census, Talakapa village had a total population of 326 people, including 155 males and 171 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.41%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 75.32%.
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 | 326 | 155 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 326, including 155 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Talakapa?
Talakapa had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakapa was 80.41%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 75.32%.