Tal - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Tal is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tal is 382442. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tal 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 Tal
As per Census 2011, Tal village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 293 males and 331 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 293 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 233 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 60 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Tal
Tal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudvelinali | South | 2.33 km |
| Pandaripathar | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Karadapal(sasan) | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Bijakhaman | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Pandkimal | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Ladubahal | East | 3.44 km |
| Madhupur | South | 3.71 km |
| Tileimal(sasini) | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Damgarh | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Tantagarh | South | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tal
Tal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Tal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Tal 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 Tal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tal
Where is Tal located?
Tal village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tal is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Tal?
The pincode of Tal is 768106.
What is the population of Tal?
Tal has a total population of 624, including 293 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Tal?
There are 150 households in Tal.
What is the literacy rate in Tal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tal is 72.92%. Male literacy is 79.52% and female literacy is 67.07%.