Tantakera - Brahmagiri, Puri
Tantakera is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Niajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tantakera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tantakera is 410042. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tantakera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tantakera
According to the 2011 Census, Tantakera village had a total population of 413 people, including 209 males and 204 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.66%, with male literacy at 89.56% and female literacy at 69.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 413 | 209 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 163 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 46 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Tantakera
Tantakera 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 Tantakera
Tantakera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Puri to Tantakera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Tantakera is about 26 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 Tantakera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tantakera 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 Tantakera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tantakera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tantakera
Where is Tantakera located?
Tantakera village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tantakera?
The Gram Panchayat of Tantakera is Niajapur.
What is the pincode of Tantakera?
The pincode of Tantakera is 752011.
What is the population of Tantakera?
Tantakera had a total population of 413, including 209 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Tantakera?
Tantakera had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tantakera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tantakera was 79.66%. Male literacy was 89.56% and female literacy was 69.19%.