Talbahal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Talbahal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kisinda and around 115 km from Sambalpur. Ballam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talbahal is 382035. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Talbahal 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 Talbahal
According to the 2011 Census, Talbahal village had a total population of 179 people, including 85 males and 94 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.51%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 65.82%.
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 | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 23 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Talbahal
Talbahal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rengalbahal | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Manduamb | West | 1.30 km |
| Banjagola | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kelo | South | 1.82 km |
| Ganjabahal | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Ranja | South | 3.28 km |
| Ballam | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Pitasiali | West | 4.27 km |
| Balasinga | East | 5.21 km |
| Kanchanpur | West | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talbahal
Public transport in the Talbahal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Redhakhol to Talbahal is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Talbahal is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talbahal 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 Talbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talbahal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talbahal
Where is Talbahal located?
Talbahal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Talbahal is Ballam.
What is the pincode of Talbahal?
The pincode of Talbahal is 768106.
What is the population of Talbahal?
Talbahal had a total population of 179, including 85 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Talbahal?
Talbahal had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talbahal was 76.51%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 65.82%.