Thakadugulahandi - Kotpad, Koraput
Thakadugulahandi is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakadugulahandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakadugulahandi is 428100. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Thakadugulahandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thakadugulahandi
As per Census 2011, Thakadugulahandi village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 139 males and 138 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 212 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakadugulahandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 111 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 73 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 66 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Thakadugulahandi
Thakadugulahandi 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 Thakadugulahandi
Public transport in the Thakadugulahandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jeypur to Thakadugulahandi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Thakadugulahandi is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakadugulahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakadugulahandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thakadugulahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakadugulahandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thakadugulahandi
Where is Thakadugulahandi located?
Thakadugulahandi village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakadugulahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakadugulahandi is Girla.
What is the pincode of Thakadugulahandi?
The pincode of Thakadugulahandi is 764058.
What is the population of Thakadugulahandi?
Thakadugulahandi has a total population of 277, including 139 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Thakadugulahandi?
There are 73 households in Thakadugulahandi.
What is the literacy rate in Thakadugulahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakadugulahandi is 41.88%. Male literacy is 52.52% and female literacy is 31.16%.