Talapanga - Kashipur, Rayagada
Talapanga 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 77 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapanga is 425859. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Talapanga 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 Talapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Talapanga village had a total population of 402 people, including 189 males and 213 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.23%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 44.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 402 | 189 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 96 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 106 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 83 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Talapanga
Talapanga 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 Talapanga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Talapanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Talapanga is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Talapanga is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapanga 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 Talapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talapanga
Where is Talapanga located?
Talapanga village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapanga is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Talapanga?
The pincode of Talapanga is 765015.
What is the population of Talapanga?
Talapanga had a total population of 402, including 189 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Talapanga?
Talapanga had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapanga was 56.23%. Male literacy was 70.67% and female literacy was 44.13%.