Tamta - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Tamta is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Tamta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamta is 434245. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.73 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tamta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamta
As per Census 2011, Tamta village has a total population of 2,096 people, consisting of 1,023 males and 1,073 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,279 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 932 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,096 | 1,023 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 134 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 932 | 438 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 1,279 | 693 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 330 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Tamta
Tamta 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 Tamta
Tamta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pathalgaon to Tamta is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Tamta is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tamta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tamta
Where is Tamta located?
Tamta village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamta?
Tamta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tamta?
The pincode of Tamta is 496118.
What is the population of Tamta?
Tamta has a total population of 2,096, including 1,023 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Tamta?
There are 489 households in Tamta.
What is the literacy rate in Tamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamta is 61.02%. Male literacy is 67.74% and female literacy is 54.61%.