Thuangpadar - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Thuangpadar is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lakhabahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuangpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuangpadar is 423010. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Thuangpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thuangpadar
As per Census 2011, Thuangpadar village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 212 males and 237 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thuangpadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 212 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 21 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 114 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 106 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 106 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Thuangpadar
Thuangpadar 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 Thuangpadar
Thuangpadar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Thuangpadar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuangpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuangpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thuangpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuangpadar 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 Thuangpadar
Where is Thuangpadar located?
Thuangpadar village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thuangpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuangpadar is Lakhabahali.
What is the pincode of Thuangpadar?
The pincode of Thuangpadar is 766027.
What is the population of Thuangpadar?
Thuangpadar has a total population of 449, including 212 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Thuangpadar?
There are 91 households in Thuangpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Thuangpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuangpadar is 34.08%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 19.83%.