Talbahal - Bisra, Sundargarh
Talbahal is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Tulsikani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talbahal is 384533. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talbahal
As per Census 2011, Talbahal village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 117 males and 142 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,213 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talbahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 117 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 43 | 67 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barsuan | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Jharbeda | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Kokerama | North | 1.78 km |
| Sanramloi | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Sanuparbahal | West | 1.98 km |
| Chirebeda | South | 2.37 km |
| Manko | West | 3.09 km |
| Tulasikani | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Kopranda | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Bisra | North-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talbahal
Talbahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhalulata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Raurkela to Talbahal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Talbahal is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Talbahal is Tulsikani.
What is the pincode of Talbahal?
The pincode of Talbahal is 770036.
What is the population of Talbahal?
Talbahal has a total population of 259, including 117 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Talbahal?
There are 56 households in Talbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Talbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talbahal is 57.53%. Male literacy is 63.25% and female literacy is 52.82%.