Dakshin Takmachhera - Santirbazar, South Tripura
Dakshin Takmachhera is a village situated in the Santirbazar subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 12 km from Bokafa and around 25 km from Udaipur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Takmachhera is 272305. The village covers a total geographical area of 1623 hectares and falls under the 799144 pincode. Santirbazar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dakshin Takmachhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Santirbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Takmachhera
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Takmachhera village has a total population of 5,076 people, consisting of 2,512 males and 2,564 females. The village has 1,171 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 666 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,335 literate and 1,741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,799 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Takmachhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,076 | 2,512 | 2,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 334 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,799 | 1,859 | 1,940 |
| Literate Population | 3,335 | 1,807 | 1,528 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,741 | 705 | 1,036 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Takmachhera
Dakshin Takmachhera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Takmachhera | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Purba Manu | South | 3.04 km |
| Birchandranagar | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Uttar Debipur | East | 4.42 km |
| Purba Kathalia | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Purba Patichhari | West | 5.18 km |
| Purba Magpushkarini | North | 5.86 km |
| Paschim Kathalia | South | 6.01 km |
| Paschim Manu | South | 6.22 km |
| Paschim Patichhari | West | 6.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Takmachhera
Dakshin Takmachhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santirbazar to Dakshin Takmachhera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Dakshin Takmachhera is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Takmachhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Takmachhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Takmachhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Takmachhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Takmachhera
Where is Dakshin Takmachhera located?
Dakshin Takmachhera village is located in Santirbazar Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Takmachhera?
The pincode of Dakshin Takmachhera is 799144.
What is the population of Dakshin Takmachhera?
Dakshin Takmachhera has a total population of 5,076, including 2,512 males and 2,564 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Takmachhera?
There are 1,171 households in Dakshin Takmachhera.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Takmachhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Takmachhera is 65.70%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 59.59%.