Talamaligam - Kashipur, Rayagada
Talamaligam is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khurigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talamaligam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamaligam is 425931. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Talamaligam 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 Talamaligam
According to the 2011 Census, Talamaligam village had a total population of 563 people, including 265 males and 298 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.55%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 33.47%.
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 | 563 | 265 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 156 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 109 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Talamaligam
Talamaligam 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 Talamaligam
Public transport in the Talamaligam 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Talamaligam is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Talamaligam 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 Talamaligam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamaligam 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 Talamaligam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamaligam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talamaligam
Where is Talamaligam located?
Talamaligam village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talamaligam?
The Gram Panchayat of Talamaligam is Khurigam.
What is the pincode of Talamaligam?
The pincode of Talamaligam is 765015.
What is the population of Talamaligam?
Talamaligam had a total population of 563, including 265 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Talamaligam?
Talamaligam had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talamaligam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamaligam was 52.55%. Male literacy was 74.64% and female literacy was 33.47%.