Tagakia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Tagakia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tagakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tagakia is 416543. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 762013 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Tagakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tagakia
According to the 2011 Census, Tagakia village had a total population of 167 people, including 76 males and 91 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,197 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.30%, with male literacy at 54.24% and female literacy at 29.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 167 | 76 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 44 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Tagakia
Tagakia 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 Tagakia
Public transport in the Tagakia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 G. Udayagiri to Tagakia is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tagakia is about 103 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 Tagakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tagakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tagakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tagakia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tagakia
Where is Tagakia located?
Tagakia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tagakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tagakia is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Tagakia?
The pincode of Tagakia is 762013.
What is the population of Tagakia?
Tagakia had a total population of 167, including 76 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Tagakia?
Tagakia had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tagakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tagakia was 40.30%. Male literacy was 54.24% and female literacy was 29.33%.