Tumakpal
Tumakpal is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Tumakpal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tumakpal unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Tumakpal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tumakpal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tumakpal is 450215. The village spans a total geographical area of 1606.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494559. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Tumakpal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tumakpal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tumakpal
Population of Tumakpal
According to the 2011 Census, Tumakpal has a total population of about 1,619, with approximately 739 males and 880 females. The sex ratio is around 1190 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 293 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,598. The overall literacy rate is approximately 11.61%, with male literacy at about 17.86% and female literacy near 6.36%. There are around 342 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tumakpal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,619 | 739 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 140 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,598 | 730 | 868 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 132 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 607 | 824 |
Connectivity of Tumakpal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tumakpal. As per the 2011 stats, Tumakpal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tumakpal
Knowing the nearby villages of Tumakpal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tumakpal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tumakpal
- Where is Tumakpal located?
- Tumakpal village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tumakpal?
- Tumakpal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tumakpal?
- The pincode of Tumakpal is 494559, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tumakpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tumakpal is 1,619, with 739 males and 880 females.
- How many households are there in Tumakpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tumakpal village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tumakpal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tumakpal is 11.61%. The male literacy rate is 17.86%, while the female literacy rate is 6.36%.