Tiama - Mohana, Gajapati
Tiama is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Luhagudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiama is 413778. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tiama 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 Tiama
According to the 2011 Census, Tiama village had a total population of 72 people, including 33 males and 39 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.36%, with male literacy at 19.05% and female literacy at 14.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Tiama
Tiama 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 Tiama
Public transport in the Tiama is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Digapahandi to Tiama is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Tiama is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiama 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 Tiama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tiama
Where is Tiama located?
Tiama village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiama?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiama is Luhagudi.
What is the pincode of Tiama?
The pincode of Tiama is 761015.
What is the population of Tiama?
Tiama had a total population of 72, including 33 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Tiama?
Tiama had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tiama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiama was 16.36%. Male literacy was 19.05% and female literacy was 14.71%.