Tulasidungri - Patnagarh, Balangir
Tulasidungri is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kendumundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulasidungri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulasidungri is 420698. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tulasidungri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulasidungri
As per Census 2011, Tulasidungri village has a total population of 747 people, consisting of 369 males and 378 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 550 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulasidungri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 369 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 268 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 196 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 173 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Tulasidungri
Tulasidungri 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 Tulasidungri
Tulasidungri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Tulasidungri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Tulasidungri is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulasidungri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulasidungri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tulasidungri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulasidungri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tulasidungri
Where is Tulasidungri located?
Tulasidungri village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulasidungri?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulasidungri is Kendumundi.
What is the pincode of Tulasidungri?
The pincode of Tulasidungri is 767025.
What is the population of Tulasidungri?
Tulasidungri has a total population of 747, including 369 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Tulasidungri?
There are 187 households in Tulasidungri.
What is the literacy rate in Tulasidungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulasidungri is 43.24%. Male literacy is 53.12% and female literacy is 33.60%.