Takara - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Takara is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Takera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takara is 405404. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Takara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takara
According to the 2011 Census, Takara village had a total population of 317 people, including 173 males and 144 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.53%, with male literacy at 97.39% and female literacy at 79.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 317 | 173 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 149 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Takara
Takara 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 Takara
Takara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Takara is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takara 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Takara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takara 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Takara
Where is Takara located?
Takara village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takara?
The Gram Panchayat of Takara is Takera.
What is the pincode of Takara?
The pincode of Takara is 752084.
What is the population of Takara?
Takara had a total population of 317, including 173 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Takara?
Takara had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takara was 89.53%. Male literacy was 97.39% and female literacy was 79.84%.