Tahkawada - Orchha, Narayanpur
Tahkawada is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Pidiyakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tahkawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tahkawada is 450026. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Bharamgarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tahkawada 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 Tahkawada
According to the 2011 Census, Tahkawada village had a total population of 267 people, including 141 males and 126 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.83%, with male literacy at 3.60% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 137 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Tahkawada
Tahkawada 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 Tahkawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tahkawada.
| 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 Bharamgarh to Tahkawada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Tahkawada is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tahkawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tahkawada 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 Tahkawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tahkawada 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 Tahkawada
Where is Tahkawada located?
Tahkawada village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tahkawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tahkawada is Pidiyakote.
What is the pincode of Tahkawada?
The pincode of Tahkawada is 494661.
What is the population of Tahkawada?
Tahkawada had a total population of 267, including 141 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Tahkawada?
Tahkawada had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tahkawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tahkawada was 1.83%. Male literacy was 3.60% and female literacy was 0.00%.