Tutupada - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Tutupada is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Hatura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tutupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tutupada is 403042. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 759020 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Tutupada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tutupada
According to the 2011 Census, Tutupada village had a total population of 213 people, including 105 males and 108 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.56%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 75.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 213 | 105 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Tutupada
Tutupada 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 Tutupada
Tutupada 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Anugul to Tutupada is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Tutupada is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tutupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tutupada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tutupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tutupada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tutupada
Where is Tutupada located?
Tutupada village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tutupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tutupada is Hatura.
What is the pincode of Tutupada?
The pincode of Tutupada is 759020.
What is the population of Tutupada?
Tutupada had a total population of 213, including 105 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Tutupada?
Tutupada had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tutupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tutupada was 85.56%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 75.79%.