Talasuan - Kakatpur, Puri
Talasuan is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Konark and around 50 km from Puri. Kurujanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talasuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talasuan is 409336. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Talasuan 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 Talasuan
According to the 2011 Census, Talasuan village had a total population of 755 people, including 400 males and 355 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 91.34% and female literacy at 70.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 755 | 400 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 327 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 73 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Talasuan
Talasuan 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 Talasuan
Talasuan 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konark to Talasuan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Talasuan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talasuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talasuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talasuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talasuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talasuan
Where is Talasuan located?
Talasuan village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talasuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Talasuan is Kurujanga.
What is the pincode of Talasuan?
The pincode of Talasuan is 752111.
What is the population of Talasuan?
Talasuan had a total population of 755, including 400 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Talasuan?
Talasuan had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talasuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talasuan was 81.82%. Male literacy was 91.34% and female literacy was 70.93%.