Tuman Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Tuman is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Tuman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuman is 436057. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.22 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tuman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tuman
As per Census 2011, Tuman village has a total population of 1,974 people, consisting of 946 males and 1,028 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,112 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuman are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,974 | 946 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 117 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,155 | 559 | 596 |
| Literate Population | 1,112 | 619 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 327 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Tuman
Tuman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pondi Gosai | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Chhewdhara | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Barbaspur | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Panchdhar | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Ghoghra | East | 3.08 km |
| Amaldiha | East | 3.60 km |
| Dumarmuda | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Putuwa | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Khodri | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Bankheta | North | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tuman
Tuman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gevra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| 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 Katghora to Tuman is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Tuman is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tuman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuman 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 Tuman
Where is Tuman located?
Tuman village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuman?
Tuman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuman?
The pincode of Tuman is 495445.
What is the population of Tuman?
Tuman has a total population of 1,974, including 946 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Tuman?
There are 480 households in Tuman.
What is the literacy rate in Tuman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuman is 56.33%. Male literacy is 65.43% and female literacy is 47.96%.