Takuda - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Takuda is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Banigochha and around 65 km from Nayagarh . Banigochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takuda is 405629. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 752089 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Takuda 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 Takuda
As per Census 2011, Takuda village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 233 males and 233 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 233 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 77 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 189 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 44 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Takuda
Takuda 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 Takuda
Takuda 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 Takuda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takuda
Where is Takuda located?
Takuda village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Takuda is Banigochha.
What is the pincode of Takuda?
The pincode of Takuda is 752089.
What is the population of Takuda?
Takuda has a total population of 466, including 233 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Takuda?
There are 122 households in Takuda.
What is the literacy rate in Takuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takuda is 75.11%. Male literacy is 81.12% and female literacy is 69.10%.