Taparada Village - Patrapur, Ganjam
Taparada is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Ramagiri and around 100 km from Chatrapur. Ankuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taparada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taparada is 413359. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Taparada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taparada
As per Census 2011, Taparada village has a total population of 44 people, consisting of 17 males and 27 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,588 females per 1,000 males. The village has 4 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taparada are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 14 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Taparada
Taparada 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 Taparada
Taparada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Brahmapur to Taparada is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Taparada is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taparada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taparada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taparada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taparada 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 Taparada
Where is Taparada located?
Taparada village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taparada?
The Gram Panchayat of Taparada is Ankuli.
What is the pincode of Taparada?
The pincode of Taparada is 761013.
What is the population of Taparada?
Taparada has a total population of 44, including 17 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Taparada?
There are 10 households in Taparada.
What is the literacy rate in Taparada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taparada is 9.09%. Male literacy is 17.65% and female literacy is 3.70%.