Tavakud - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Tavakud is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Ghasipura and around 104 km from Kendujhar. Budhikuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tavakud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tavakud is 386930. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 758020 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Tavakud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keonjhar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Tavakud
Tavakud is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhikuda | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Kamando | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Santospur | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Mandapada | East | 2.20 km |
| Kadabahali | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Darakhola | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kolimati | South | 3.68 km |
| Tanaipal | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Kanto | South | 4.99 km |
| Nahaguna | South | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tavakud
Tavakud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sagadapata, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Tavakud is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Tavakud is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tavakud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tavakud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tavakud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tavakud 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 Tavakud
Where is Tavakud located?
Tavakud village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tavakud?
The Gram Panchayat of Tavakud is Budhikuda.
What is the pincode of Tavakud?
The pincode of Tavakud is 758020.