Tekabadi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Tekabadi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dasingbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekabadi is 417487. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Tekabadi 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 Tekabadi
As per Census 2011, Tekabadi village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 153 males and 134 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 153 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 153 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 103 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 50 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Tekabadi
Tekabadi 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 Tekabadi
Public transport in the Tekabadi 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 Surada to Tekabadi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tekabadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekabadi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tekabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekabadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tekabadi
Where is Tekabadi located?
Tekabadi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekabadi is Dasingbadi.
What is the pincode of Tekabadi?
The pincode of Tekabadi is 762101.
What is the population of Tekabadi?
Tekabadi has a total population of 287, including 153 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Tekabadi?
There are 51 households in Tekabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Tekabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekabadi is 50.87%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 32.09%.