Taya - Kakatpur, Puri
Taya is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nasikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taya is 409180. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Taya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taya
According to the 2011 Census, Taya village had a total population of 433 people, including 227 males and 206 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.64%, with male literacy at 96.62% and female literacy at 73.68%.
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 | 433 | 227 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 200 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 27 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Taya
Taya 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 Taya
Public transport in the Taya 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Taya 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 Taya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Taya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taya
Where is Taya located?
Taya village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taya?
The Gram Panchayat of Taya is Nasikeswar.
What is the pincode of Taya?
The pincode of Taya is 752109.
What is the population of Taya?
Taya had a total population of 433, including 227 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Taya?
Taya had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taya was 85.64%. Male literacy was 96.62% and female literacy was 73.68%.