Therubali is a settlement located in the Rayagada district of the Indian state of Odisha. It is primarily noted for the presence of a coal‑based thermal power plant operated by NTPC (National Thermal Power Corporation), which contributes to the region’s electricity generation and local employment.
Geography
Therubali lies in the southeastern part of Odisha, within the hilly terrain characteristic of the Rayagada district. The area is traversed by several minor rivers and is covered by mixed forest and agricultural land.
Economy
The most significant economic activity in Therubali is the NTPC thermal power plant. The plant’s operations have prompted ancillary development, including housing, retail outlets, and services catering to plant personnel and surrounding communities. Agriculture and small‑scale trading also support the local economy.
Transport
Therubali is accessible by road; it is connected to the district headquarters, Rayagada, via a state highway. Regular bus services operate between Therubali and nearby towns. The nearest railway station is located in Rayagada, providing broader rail connectivity.
Education and Public Services
The settlement hosts basic educational facilities, such as primary and secondary schools, which serve the children of plant employees and local residents. Health services are provided through a community health centre and the medical facilities maintained by NTPC for its workforce.
Demographics
Detailed population statistics for Therubali are not readily available in publicly accessible encyclopedic sources.
References
- Information on NTPC’s operational facilities.
- Government of Odisha publications on Rayagada district infrastructure.
Note: Specific demographic data, historical background, and detailed operational figures for the power plant are not included due to a lack of verifiable encyclopedic sources.
