Talita - Banei, Sundargarh
Talita is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jakeikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talita is 385149. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Talita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talita
As per Census 2011, Talita village has a total population of 1,066 people, consisting of 529 males and 537 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 572 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 529 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 284 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 426 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 103 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Talita
Talita 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatkinali | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Nuapali | West | 1.31 km |
| Sangagua | South | 1.97 km |
| Jamkei | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Kelo | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Pandrisila | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Dharanidharpali | West | 2.77 km |
| Upurda | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Jakeikela | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Jhaliaberna | North-West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talita
Public transport in the Talita is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Raurkela to Talita is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Talita is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talita 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talita 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 Talita
Where is Talita located?
Talita village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talita?
The Gram Panchayat of Talita is Jakeikela.
What is the pincode of Talita?
The pincode of Talita is 770038.
What is the population of Talita?
Talita has a total population of 1,066, including 529 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Talita?
There are 270 households in Talita.
What is the literacy rate in Talita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talita is 68.86%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 57.36%.