Tahakawada - Orchha, Narayanpur
Tahakawada is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Hikul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tahakawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tahakawada is 450055. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Tahakawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tahakawada
According to the 2011 Census, Tahakawada village had a total population of 183 people, including 86 males and 97 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.18%, with male literacy at 46.48% and female literacy at 29.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 183 | 86 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 84 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Tahakawada
Tahakawada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tahakawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tahakawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Tahakawada is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tahakawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tahakawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tahakawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tahakawada 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 Tahakawada
Where is Tahakawada located?
Tahakawada village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tahakawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tahakawada is Hikul.
What is the pincode of Tahakawada?
The pincode of Tahakawada is 494661.
What is the population of Tahakawada?
Tahakawada had a total population of 183, including 86 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Tahakawada?
Tahakawada had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tahakawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tahakawada was 37.18%. Male literacy was 46.48% and female literacy was 29.41%.