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
According to the 2011 Census, Tekabadi village had a total population of 287 people, including 153 males and 134 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.76%, with male literacy at 81.75% and female literacy at 41.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
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 | 287 | 153 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 287, including 153 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Tekabadi?
Tekabadi had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekabadi was 63.76%. Male literacy was 81.75% and female literacy was 41.75%.