Takarma - Olpad, Surat
Takarma is a village situated in the Olpad taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Olpad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Takarma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takarma is 523706. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.74 hectares and falls under the 394540 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Takarma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takarma
As per Census 2011, Takarma village has a total population of 1,687 people, consisting of 881 males and 806 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,174 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 758 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takarma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 881 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 133 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 758 | 388 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 661 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 220 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Takarma
Takarma 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 Takarma
Takarma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surat to Takarma is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takarma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takarma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takarma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takarma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takarma
Where is Takarma located?
Takarma village is located in Olpad Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takarma?
Takarma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takarma?
The pincode of Takarma is 394540.
What is the population of Takarma?
Takarma has a total population of 1,687, including 881 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Takarma?
There are 309 households in Takarma.
What is the literacy rate in Takarma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takarma is 69.59%. Male literacy is 75.03% and female literacy is 63.65%.