Talakanjakana - Kashipur, Rayagada
Talakanjakana is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Renga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talakanjakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talakanjakana is 425942. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Talakanjakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talakanjakana
According to the 2011 Census, Talakanjakana village had a total population of 213 people, including 97 males and 116 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.58%, with male literacy at 53.95% and female literacy at 23.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
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 | 213 | 97 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 97 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 41 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 56 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Talakanjakana
Talakanjakana 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 Talakanjakana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talakanjakana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rayagada to Talakanjakana is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Talakanjakana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talakanjakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talakanjakana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talakanjakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talakanjakana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talakanjakana
Where is Talakanjakana located?
Talakanjakana village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talakanjakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Talakanjakana is Renga.
What is the pincode of Talakanjakana?
The pincode of Talakanjakana is 765015.
What is the population of Talakanjakana?
Talakanjakana had a total population of 213, including 97 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Talakanjakana?
Talakanjakana had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talakanjakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talakanjakana was 37.58%. Male literacy was 53.95% and female literacy was 23.60%.