Tolakapatia - Pallahara, Angul
Tolakapatia is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Khamar and around 70 km from Anugul . Rajadanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tolakapatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tolakapatia is 403666. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 759118 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Tolakapatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tolakapatia
According to the 2011 Census, Tolakapatia village had a total population of 23 people, including 16 males and 7 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 438 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.27%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Tolakapatia
Tolakapatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakata | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Badagunda | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Rajadanga | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Ganjeimuni | North | 2.60 km |
| Deragola | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Sameswarpur | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Kholamunda | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Khairamunda | East | 3.26 km |
| Paunsia | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Naikanali | South | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tolakapatia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tolakapatia. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palalahada to Tolakapatia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Tolakapatia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tolakapatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tolakapatia 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 Tolakapatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tolakapatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tolakapatia
Where is Tolakapatia located?
Tolakapatia village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tolakapatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tolakapatia is Rajadanga.
What is the pincode of Tolakapatia?
The pincode of Tolakapatia is 759118.
What is the population of Tolakapatia?
Tolakapatia had a total population of 23, including 16 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Tolakapatia?
Tolakapatia had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tolakapatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tolakapatia was 77.27%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 57.14%.