Tagapanga - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Tagapanga is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Greenbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tagapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tagapanga is 417453. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Tagapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tagapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Tagapanga village had a total population of 227 people, including 118 males and 109 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.50%, with male literacy at 67.65% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 69 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 49 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Tagapanga
Tagapanga 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 Tagapanga
Public transport in the Tagapanga 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Tagapanga is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tagapanga is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tagapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tagapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tagapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tagapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tagapanga
Where is Tagapanga located?
Tagapanga village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tagapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Tagapanga is Greenbadi.
What is the pincode of Tagapanga?
The pincode of Tagapanga is 762104.
What is the population of Tagapanga?
Tagapanga had a total population of 227, including 118 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Tagapanga?
Tagapanga had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tagapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tagapanga was 55.50%. Male literacy was 67.65% and female literacy was 42.86%.