Tumbi - Dharampur, Valsad
Tumbi is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Tumbi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumbi is 523383. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.24 hectares and falls under the 396055 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tumbi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tumbi
As per Census 2011, Tumbi village has a total population of 1,704 people, consisting of 851 males and 853 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,632 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tumbi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,704 | 851 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,632 | 813 | 819 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 641 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 210 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Tumbi
Tumbi 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 Tumbi
Tumbi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Tumbi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Tumbi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumbi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumbi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tumbi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumbi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tumbi
Where is Tumbi located?
Tumbi village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tumbi?
Tumbi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tumbi?
The pincode of Tumbi is 396055.
What is the population of Tumbi?
Tumbi has a total population of 1,704, including 851 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Tumbi?
There are 374 households in Tumbi.
What is the literacy rate in Tumbi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumbi is 67.55%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 59.79%.