Tavagadi - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Tavagadi is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badfeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tavagadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tavagadi is 390819. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tavagadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tavagadi
As per Census 2011, Tavagadi village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 267 males and 304 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 520 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tavagadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 267 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 241 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 88 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Tavagadi
Tavagadi 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 Tavagadi
Tavagadi 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 Udala to Tavagadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Tavagadi is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tavagadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tavagadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tavagadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tavagadi 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 Tavagadi
Where is Tavagadi located?
Tavagadi village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tavagadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tavagadi is Badfeni.
What is the pincode of Tavagadi?
The pincode of Tavagadi is 757019.
What is the population of Tavagadi?
Tavagadi has a total population of 571, including 267 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Tavagadi?
There are 135 households in Tavagadi.
What is the literacy rate in Tavagadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tavagadi is 58.84%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 51.64%.