Tankilipadar - Mohana, Gajapati
Tankilipadar is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Lobarsing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tankilipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tankilipadar is 413954. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Tankilipadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tankilipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Tankilipadar village had a total population of 260 people, including 127 males and 133 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 83.96% and female literacy at 51.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 260 | 127 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 89 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 38 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Tankilipadar
Tankilipadar 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 Tankilipadar
Tankilipadar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Tankilipadar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Tankilipadar is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tankilipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tankilipadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tankilipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tankilipadar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tankilipadar
Where is Tankilipadar located?
Tankilipadar village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankilipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tankilipadar is Lobarsing.
What is the pincode of Tankilipadar?
The pincode of Tankilipadar is 761017.
What is the population of Tankilipadar?
Tankilipadar had a total population of 260, including 127 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Tankilipadar?
Tankilipadar had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tankilipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tankilipadar was 66.67%. Male literacy was 83.96% and female literacy was 51.26%.