Talab - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Talab is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Kisinda and around 80 km from Sambalpur. Panimura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talab is 382086. The village covers a total geographical area of 402 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Talab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talab
According to the 2011 Census, Talab village had a total population of 298 people, including 147 males and 151 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.69%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 51.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 298 | 147 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 94 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 53 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Talab
Talab 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 Talab
Talab 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Talab is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Talab 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 Talab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talab 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 Talab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talab 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talab
Where is Talab located?
Talab village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talab?
The Gram Panchayat of Talab is Panimura.
What is the pincode of Talab?
The pincode of Talab is 768106.
What is the population of Talab?
Talab had a total population of 298, including 147 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Talab?
Talab had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talab was 62.69%. Male literacy was 74.02% and female literacy was 51.88%.