Takarkheda - Dharni, Amravati
Takarkheda is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Diya serves as the Village Panchayat for Takarkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takarkheda is 531444. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.15 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Takarkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Takarkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Takarkheda village had a total population of 455 people, including 223 males and 232 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 69.52% and female literacy at 63.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 455 | 223 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 133 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 93 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Takarkheda
Takarkheda 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 Takarkheda
Takarkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Achalpur to Takarkheda is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Takarkheda is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takarkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takarkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takarkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takarkheda 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 Takarkheda
Where is Takarkheda located?
Takarkheda village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Takarkheda?
The Village Panchayat of Takarkheda is Diya.
What is the pincode of Takarkheda?
The pincode of Takarkheda is 444702.
What is the population of Takarkheda?
Takarkheda had a total population of 455, including 223 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Takarkheda?
Takarkheda had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takarkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takarkheda was 66.58%. Male literacy was 69.52% and female literacy was 63.73%.