Talangir - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Talangir is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ramalenka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talangir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talangir is 410230. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Talangir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talangir
According to the 2011 Census, Talangir village had a total population of 159 people, including 76 males and 83 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.94%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Talangir
Talangir 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 Talangir
Talangir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talangir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Talangir is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Talangir is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talangir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talangir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talangir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talangir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talangir
Where is Talangir located?
Talangir village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talangir?
The Gram Panchayat of Talangir is Ramalenka.
What is the pincode of Talangir?
The pincode of Talangir is 752032.
What is the population of Talangir?
Talangir had a total population of 159, including 76 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Talangir?
Talangir had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talangir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talangir was 85.94%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 80.00%.