Talamunda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Talamunda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Kochinda and around 80 km from Sambalpur. Dhudipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamunda is 381546. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 768221 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Talamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Talamunda village had a total population of 369 people, including 192 males and 177 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.81%, with male literacy at 84.12% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 369 | 192 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 143 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 49 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Talamunda
Talamunda 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 Talamunda
Talamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Talamunda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Talamunda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talamunda
Where is Talamunda located?
Talamunda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Talamunda is Dhudipali.
What is the pincode of Talamunda?
The pincode of Talamunda is 768221.
What is the population of Talamunda?
Talamunda had a total population of 369, including 192 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Talamunda?
Talamunda had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamunda was 72.81%. Male literacy was 84.12% and female literacy was 60.00%.