Tapadingia - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Tapadingia is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Tikabali and around 26 km from Phulbani. Shankarakhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapadingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapadingia is 415893. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tapadingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapadingia
According to the 2011 Census, Tapadingia village had a total population of 491 people, including 245 males and 246 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.70%, with male literacy at 83.00% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 237.
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 | 491 | 245 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 113 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 166 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 79 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Tapadingia
Tapadingia 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 Tapadingia
Tapadingia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tapadingia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tapadingia is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapadingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapadingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tapadingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapadingia 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 Tapadingia
Where is Tapadingia located?
Tapadingia village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapadingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapadingia is Shankarakhol.
What is the pincode of Tapadingia?
The pincode of Tapadingia is 762019.
What is the population of Tapadingia?
Tapadingia had a total population of 491, including 245 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Tapadingia?
Tapadingia had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapadingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapadingia was 71.70%. Male literacy was 83.00% and female literacy was 61.29%.