Taktua - Keolari, Seoni
Taktua is a village situated in the Keolari tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keolari and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Ugdiwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taktua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taktua is 496486. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.61 hectares and falls under the 480994 pincode. Barghat is the nearest town.
Taktua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taktua
As per Census 2011, Taktua village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 185 males and 207 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taktua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 185 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 20 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 136 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 49 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Taktua
Taktua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Suwa | East | 1.74 km |
| Sarekha Khurd | East | 3.82 km |
| Ugadiwada | East | 3.89 km |
| Pandharapani | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Belgaon | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Bakoda | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Katoli | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Nasipur | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Siregaon | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Pipariya | North-East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taktua
Taktua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lamta, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Seoni to Taktua is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taktua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taktua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taktua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taktua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taktua
Where is Taktua located?
Taktua village is located in Keolari Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taktua?
The Gram Panchayat of Taktua is Ugdiwada.
What is the pincode of Taktua?
The pincode of Taktua is 480994.
What is the population of Taktua?
Taktua has a total population of 392, including 185 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Taktua?
There are 76 households in Taktua.
What is the literacy rate in Taktua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taktua is 70.41%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 67.63%.