Takasingha - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Takasingha is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takasingha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takasingha is 416513. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Takasingha 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 Takasingha
According to the 2011 Census, Takasingha village had a total population of 123 people, including 57 males and 66 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.00%, with male literacy at 48.89% and female literacy at 14.55%.
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 | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 35 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Takasingha
Takasingha 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 Takasingha
Public transport in the Takasingha 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 >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 Takasingha is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Takasingha is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takasingha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takasingha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Takasingha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takasingha 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 Takasingha
Where is Takasingha located?
Takasingha village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Takasingha?
The Gram Panchayat of Takasingha is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Takasingha?
The pincode of Takasingha is 762110.
What is the population of Takasingha?
Takasingha had a total population of 123, including 57 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Takasingha?
Takasingha had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takasingha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takasingha was 30.00%. Male literacy was 48.89% and female literacy was 14.55%.