Tomka Forest Block
Tomka Forest Block is a village located in Tomka tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Tomka (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Kiajhar is the gram panchayat of Tomka Forest Block village.
Here you can discover what makes Tomka Forest Block unique in its vibrant Tomka-Jajapur region. You’ll see Tomka Forest Block’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tomka Forest Block
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tomka Forest Block is 400466. The village spans a total geographical area of 21912 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755019. Jajapur is nearest town to Tomka Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Tomka Forest Block
Population of Tomka Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Tomka Forest Block has a total population of about 13,696, with approximately 7,092 males and 6,604 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,562 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,313 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8,584. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.63%, with male literacy at about 52.07% and female literacy near 30.41%. There are around 2,849 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tomka Forest Block's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,696 | 7,092 | 6,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,562 | 1,297 | 1,265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,313 | 683 | 630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8,584 | 4,451 | 4,133 |
| Literate Population | 5,701 | 3,693 | 2,008 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,995 | 3,399 | 4,596 |
Connectivity of Tomka Forest Block
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tomka Forest Block. As per the 2011 stats, Tomka Forest Block had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Tomka Forest Block
Knowing the nearby villages of Tomka Forest Block helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tomka Forest Block.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tomka Forest Block
- Where is Tomka Forest Block located?
- Tomka Forest Block village is situated in Tomka Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tomka Forest Block?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tomka Forest Block is Kiajhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tomka Forest Block?
- The pincode of Tomka Forest Block is 755019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tomka Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tomka Forest Block is 13,696, with 7,092 males and 6,604 females.
- How many households are there in Tomka Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tomka Forest Block village has a total of 2,849 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tomka Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tomka Forest Block is 41.63%. The male literacy rate is 52.07%, while the female literacy rate is 30.41%.