Takaramala - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Takaramala is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Shraniketa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takaramala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takaramala is 417407. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Takaramala 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 Takaramala
As per Census 2011, Takaramala village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 281 males and 239 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 487 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takaramala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 281 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 264 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 217 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 64 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Takaramala
Takaramala 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 Takaramala
Public transport in the Takaramala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Takaramala is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Takaramala is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takaramala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takaramala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takaramala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takaramala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Takaramala
Where is Takaramala located?
Takaramala village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takaramala?
The Gram Panchayat of Takaramala is Shraniketa.
What is the pincode of Takaramala?
The pincode of Takaramala is 762104.
What is the population of Takaramala?
Takaramala has a total population of 520, including 281 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Takaramala?
There are 101 households in Takaramala.
What is the literacy rate in Takaramala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takaramala is 65.58%. Male literacy is 77.22% and female literacy is 51.88%.