Taparbali - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Taparbali is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pikaradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taparbali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taparbali is 415972. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Taparbali 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 Taparbali
According to the 2011 Census, Taparbali village had a total population of 38 people, including 17 males and 21 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.71%, with male literacy at 46.15% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Taparbali
Taparbali 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 Taparbali
Taparbali 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 | 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 G. Udayagiri to Taparbali is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Taparbali is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taparbali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taparbali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taparbali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taparbali 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 Taparbali
Where is Taparbali located?
Taparbali village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taparbali?
The Gram Panchayat of Taparbali is Pikaradi.
What is the pincode of Taparbali?
The pincode of Taparbali is 762010.
What is the population of Taparbali?
Taparbali had a total population of 38, including 17 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Taparbali?
Taparbali had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taparbali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taparbali was 38.71%. Male literacy was 46.15% and female literacy was 33.33%.