Terajakia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Terajakia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Terajakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Terajakia is 416576. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Terajakia 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 Terajakia
According to the 2011 Census, Terajakia village had a total population of 192 people, including 92 males and 100 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.74%, with male literacy at 78.67% and female literacy at 41.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 192 | 92 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 59 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 33 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Terajakia
Terajakia 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 Terajakia
Terajakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Terajakia is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Terajakia 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 Terajakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Terajakia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Terajakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Terajakia 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 Terajakia
Where is Terajakia located?
Terajakia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Terajakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Terajakia is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Terajakia?
The pincode of Terajakia is 762110.
What is the population of Terajakia?
Terajakia had a total population of 192, including 92 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Terajakia?
Terajakia had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Terajakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Terajakia was 59.74%. Male literacy was 78.67% and female literacy was 41.77%.