Taipada - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Taipada is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taipada is 416954. The village covers a total geographical area of 304 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Taipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taipada
According to the 2011 Census, Taipada village had a total population of 399 people, including 183 males and 216 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 64.56% and female literacy at 36.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 392.
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 | 399 | 183 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 25 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 178 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 102 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 81 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Taipada
Taipada 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 Taipada
Taipada 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Taipada is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Taipada is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taipada 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 Taipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taipada
Where is Taipada located?
Taipada village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Taipada is Sirla.
What is the pincode of Taipada?
The pincode of Taipada is 762107.
What is the population of Taipada?
Taipada had a total population of 399, including 183 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Taipada?
Taipada had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taipada was 50.00%. Male literacy was 64.56% and female literacy was 36.47%.