Tumura - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Tumura is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tumura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumura is 423860. The village covers a total geographical area of 564 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tumura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tumura
As per Census 2011, Tumura village has a total population of 1,653 people, consisting of 832 males and 821 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 721 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tumura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,653 | 832 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 48 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 448 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 384 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Tumura
Tumura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golamunda | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Charpali | North | 2.69 km |
| Gidhamal | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Manjhari | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Hatibandha | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Grindul | East | 4.05 km |
| Litiguda | West | 4.56 km |
| Chaunra | North | 4.62 km |
| Karangamunda | South | 4.78 km |
| Sukunimunda | South-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tumura
Tumura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Junagarh to Tumura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Tumura is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tumura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumura 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 Tumura
Where is Tumura located?
Tumura village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tumura?
The Gram Panchayat of Tumura is Manjhari.
What is the pincode of Tumura?
The pincode of Tumura is 766016.
What is the population of Tumura?
Tumura has a total population of 1,653, including 832 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Tumura?
There are 442 households in Tumura.
What is the literacy rate in Tumura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumura is 43.62%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 33.25%.