Talapatri - Kashipur, Rayagada
Talapatri 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 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandragiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talapatri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapatri is 425886. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Talapatri 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 Talapatri
According to the 2011 Census, Talapatri village had a total population of 307 people, including 139 males and 168 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.78%, with male literacy at 57.94% and female literacy at 14.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 307 | 139 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 32 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 60 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 62 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 77 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Talapatri
Talapatri 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 Talapatri
Talapatri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Talapatri is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Talapatri is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talapatri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapatri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talapatri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapatri 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 Talapatri
Where is Talapatri located?
Talapatri village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talapatri?
The Gram Panchayat of Talapatri is Chandragiri.
What is the pincode of Talapatri?
The pincode of Talapatri is 765015.
What is the population of Talapatri?
Talapatri had a total population of 307, including 139 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Talapatri?
Talapatri had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapatri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapatri was 34.78%. Male literacy was 57.94% and female literacy was 14.63%.