Turamunda - Patrapur, Ganjam
Turamunda is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 77 km from Ramagiri and around 99 km from Chatrapur. Ankuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turamunda is 413369. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Turamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turamunda
As per Census 2011, Turamunda village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 55 males and 49 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 51 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Turamunda
Turamunda 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 Turamunda
Turamunda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Turamunda is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Turamunda is about 99 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 Turamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turamunda
Where is Turamunda located?
Turamunda village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Turamunda is Ankuli.
What is the pincode of Turamunda?
The pincode of Turamunda is 761013.
What is the population of Turamunda?
Turamunda has a total population of 104, including 55 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Turamunda?
There are 27 households in Turamunda.