Tamtara - Rayagada, Gajapati

Tamtara is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Garabandha and around 30 km from Paralakhemundi. Gandahati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tamtara village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamtara is 414917. The village covers a total geographical area of 595 hectares and falls under the 761215 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.

Tamtara 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 Tamtara

According to the 2011 Census, Tamtara village had a total population of 449 people, including 213 males and 236 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.62%, with male literacy at 3.33% and female literacy at 5.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 447.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Tamtara

Tamtara 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Tamtara

Tamtara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Tamtara is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Tamtara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Tamtara

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamtara village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Tamtara

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamtara village are given below:

FAQs about Tamtara