Taushida village is one of the least developed communities in Region # 9. This is mainly due to its geographical location. It is located approximately 8 miles from Toka village and 20 miles from Karasabai in the lower ranges of the south Pakaraimas Mountains. Access by vehicle is almost impossible year round. The population of the village is approximately 270 persons. There are three satellites in the area that are in need of development. The village economic activity consists largely of cattle rearing and subsistence farming, some other livestock rearing occurs as well.
COMMUNITY PROFILE | |
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Name | Taushida |
Satellite/s | - |
Region | Region 9 |
Area of Land | Karasabai Sub-districts |
Titled/Untitled | Titled |
Name of Toshao (Re-elected 2012) | Paul Isaacs |
Total Number Councillors | 5 |
DEMOGRAPHICS | |
Total Population | 260 |
Number of households | 48 |
1 st Language | Mucushi |
2 nd Language | English, Portugese |
Religion | Christian |
Means of communication | Radio |
Means of Electricity | None |
Nearest Town or Village for marketing linkages | Toka, Karasabai, Lethem |
Seasonal patterns | Wet and Dry Season |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
ECONOMY | |
Major economic activities | Farming, Cattle rearing |
Shops | 1 |
SCHOOL | |
Name of Nursery School | Taushida Nursery Class |
Number of Nursery School Students | 56 |
Name of Primary School Students | Taushida Primary School |
Number of Primary School Students | 68 |
HEALTH FACILITY | |
Type of Health Facility | Health Post |
Health Personnel | Community Health Workers |
Source of Water Supply | One windmill well |
BUILDINGS | |
Other Main Buildings | Village Office, community shop, community sewing centre, teachers quarters |
INFRASTRUCTURE | |
Other Infrastructure | Water trestle |
EQUIPMENT | |
Other Equipment | Chain saw |
GROUPS | |
List of Social Groups and Clubs | Sports club, sewing group, church group, youth group. |