Tundura - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Tundura is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Patapur and around 75 km from Chatrapur. Phasiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tundura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tundura is 412483. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 761055 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tundura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tundura
According to the 2011 Census, Tundura village had a total population of 804 people, including 418 males and 386 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.45%, with male literacy at 95.52% and female literacy at 70.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 804 | 418 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 341 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 77 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Tundura
Tundura 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 Tundura
Tundura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tundura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Tundura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tundura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tundura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tundura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tundura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tundura
Where is Tundura located?
Tundura village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tundura?
The Gram Panchayat of Tundura is Phasiguda.
What is the pincode of Tundura?
The pincode of Tundura is 761055.
What is the population of Tundura?
Tundura had a total population of 804, including 418 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Tundura?
Tundura had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tundura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tundura was 83.45%. Male literacy was 95.52% and female literacy was 70.48%.