Takrera - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Takrera is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghumarwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takrera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takrera is 019091. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.3 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Takrera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takrera
According to the 2011 Census, Takrera village had a total population of 904 people, including 465 males and 439 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.48%, with male literacy at 91.56% and female literacy at 77.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 904 | 465 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 369 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 96 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Takrera
Takrera 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 Takrera
Takrera 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Takrera is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takrera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takrera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takrera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takrera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Takrera
Where is Takrera located?
Takrera village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Takrera?
The Gram Panchayat of Takrera is Ghumarwin.
What is the pincode of Takrera?
The pincode of Takrera is 174021.
What is the population of Takrera?
Takrera had a total population of 904, including 465 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Takrera?
Takrera had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takrera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takrera was 84.48%. Male literacy was 91.56% and female literacy was 77.27%.