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
As per Census 2011, Terajakia village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 92 males and 100 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Terajakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 92 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 192, including 92 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Terajakia?
There are 45 households in Terajakia.
What is the literacy rate in Terajakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Terajakia is 47.92%. Male literacy is 64.13% and female literacy is 33.00%.