Talaguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Talaguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kalyansinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talaguda is 425561. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Talaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Talaguda village had a total population of 34 people, including 15 males and 19 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.45%, with male literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Talaguda
Talaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lokaguda | North-West | 0.56 km |
| Patabandha | East | 0.99 km |
| Purunabhata | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Binisipur | South | 1.18 km |
| Siripur | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Poiguda | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Badaduarsahi | North | 1.82 km |
| Rautaparidiguda | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Kosiguda | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Loharasahi | North-East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talaguda
Public transport in the Talaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Talaguda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talaguda
Where is Talaguda located?
Talaguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Talaguda is Kalyansinghpur.
What is the pincode of Talaguda?
The pincode of Talaguda is 765016.
What is the population of Talaguda?
Talaguda had a total population of 34, including 15 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Talaguda?
Talaguda had 8 households.