Tirtol - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Tirtol is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tirtol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirtol is 397581. The village covers a total geographical area of 469 hectares and falls under the 754137 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tirtol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tirtol
As per Census 2011, Tirtol village has a total population of 3,307 people, consisting of 1,695 males and 1,612 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,672 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 497 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tirtol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,307 | 1,695 | 1,612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 186 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 257 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 2,672 | 1,420 | 1,252 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 275 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Tirtol
Tirtol 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nausira | West | 1.51 km |
| Jadatira | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Bandhabati | South | 1.89 km |
| Posal | North | 1.96 km |
| Olagada | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Barandol | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Sujaudinnagarpatana | East | 2.23 km |
| Paruna | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Ahana | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Tartol | North-East | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tirtol
Public transport in the Tirtol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nimkana, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Tirtol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tirtol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirtol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tirtol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirtol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tirtol
Where is Tirtol located?
Tirtol village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirtol?
Tirtol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tirtol?
The pincode of Tirtol is 754137.
What is the population of Tirtol?
Tirtol has a total population of 3,307, including 1,695 males and 1,612 females.
How many households are there in Tirtol?
There are 721 households in Tirtol.
What is the literacy rate in Tirtol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirtol is 80.80%. Male literacy is 83.78% and female literacy is 77.67%.