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
As per Census 2011, Talimunda village has a total population of 1,015 people, consisting of 518 males and 497 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 633 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 830 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talimunda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,015, including 518 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Talimunda?
There are 240 households in Talimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Talimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talimunda is 62.36%. Male literacy is 69.50% and female literacy is 54.93%.