Takapada (Talpada) - Bonth, Bhadrak
Takapada (Talpada) is a village situated in the Bonth tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bant and around 30 km from Bhadrak. Sendhatira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takapada (Talpada) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takapada (Talpada) is 394424. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 756114 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Takapada (Talpada) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takapada (Talpada)
As per Census 2011, Takapada (Talpada) village has a total population of 471 people, consisting of 233 males and 238 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takapada (Talpada) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 233 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 57 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 145 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 88 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Takapada (Talpada)
Takapada (Talpada) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sialia | South-West | 0.77 km |
| Barapadaratagadia | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Nalpur | North-East | 0.86 km |
| Kumbharia | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Charipokharia | South | 1.23 km |
| Sathatira | South | 1.58 km |
| Gharapada | North | 1.64 km |
| Binjhaa | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Palasagadia | West | 1.73 km |
| Begana | West | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takapada (Talpada)
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Takapada (Talpada). The nearest railway station is Kenduapada, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Takapada (Talpada) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Takapada (Talpada) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takapada (Talpada)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takapada (Talpada) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Takapada (Talpada)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takapada (Talpada) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Takapada (Talpada)
Where is Takapada (Talpada) located?
Takapada (Talpada) village is located in Bonth Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takapada (Talpada)?
The Gram Panchayat of Takapada (Talpada) is Sendhatira.
What is the pincode of Takapada (Talpada)?
The pincode of Takapada (Talpada) is 756114.
What is the population of Takapada (Talpada)?
Takapada (Talpada) has a total population of 471, including 233 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Takapada (Talpada)?
There are 84 households in Takapada (Talpada).
What is the literacy rate in Takapada (Talpada)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takapada (Talpada) is 57.75%. Male literacy is 62.23% and female literacy is 53.36%.