Tumnur Chak - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Tumnur Chak is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 210 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Tumnur Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tumnur Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumnur Chak is 540112. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.7 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Tumnur Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tumnur Chak
As per Census 2011, Tumnur Chak village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 110 males and 114 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tumnur Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Tumnur Chak
Tumnur Chak 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 Tumnur Chak
Tumnur Chak 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mancherial to Tumnur Chak is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Tumnur Chak is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumnur Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumnur Chak 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 Tumnur Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumnur Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tumnur Chak
Where is Tumnur Chak located?
Tumnur Chak village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tumnur Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Tumnur Chak is Tumnur Mal.
What is the pincode of Tumnur Chak?
The pincode of Tumnur Chak is 442504.
What is the population of Tumnur Chak?
Tumnur Chak has a total population of 224, including 110 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Tumnur Chak?
There are 60 households in Tumnur Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Tumnur Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumnur Chak is 61.16%. Male literacy is 71.82% and female literacy is 50.88%.