Tambuda - Kodala, Ganjam
Tambuda is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Saura Chachina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tambuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tambuda is 411688. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 761031 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Tambuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tambuda
According to the 2011 Census, Tambuda village had a total population of 995 people, including 490 males and 505 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.66%, with male literacy at 49.63% and female literacy at 28.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 995 | 490 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 83 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 202 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 288 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Tambuda
Tambuda 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 Tambuda
Tambuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tambuda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Tambuda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Tambuda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tambuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tambuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tambuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tambuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tambuda
Where is Tambuda located?
Tambuda village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tambuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tambuda is Saura Chachina.
What is the pincode of Tambuda?
The pincode of Tambuda is 761031.
What is the population of Tambuda?
Tambuda had a total population of 995, including 490 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Tambuda?
Tambuda had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tambuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tambuda was 38.66%. Male literacy was 49.63% and female literacy was 28.60%.