Talimunda - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Talimunda is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Barangakachhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talimunda is 384091. The village covers a total geographical area of 538 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Talimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Talimunda village had a total population of 1,015 people, including 518 males and 497 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.85%, with male literacy at 80.18% and female literacy at 63.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 830.
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 | 1,015 | 518 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 830 | 428 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 360 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 158 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Talimunda
Talimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manoharpur | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Sankraposh | North | 1.95 km |
| Patuabeda | South | 2.66 km |
| Barangakachar | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Manchamara | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Bheluabahal | West | 3.26 km |
| Sahajbahal | East | 3.78 km |
| Badkhaman | North | 3.96 km |
| Tikilipada | South | 4.60 km |
| Singarmunda | North | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talimunda
Talimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sundargarh to Talimunda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Talimunda is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talimunda
Where is Talimunda located?
Talimunda village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Talimunda is Barangakachhar.
What is the pincode of Talimunda?
The pincode of Talimunda is 770016.
What is the population of Talimunda?
Talimunda had a total population of 1,015, including 518 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Talimunda?
Talimunda had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talimunda was 71.85%. Male literacy was 80.18% and female literacy was 63.19%.