Tashiguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Tashiguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badachhatrang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tashiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tashiguda is 424447. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Tashiguda 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 Tashiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Tashiguda village had a total population of 576 people, including 297 males and 279 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.92%, with male literacy at 54.91% and female literacy at 31.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 383.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 297 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 73 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 203 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 123 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 174 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Tashiguda
Tashiguda 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 Tashiguda
Tashiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Tashiguda is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tashiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tashiguda 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 Tashiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tashiguda 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 Tashiguda
Where is Tashiguda located?
Tashiguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tashiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tashiguda is Badachhatrang.
What is the pincode of Tashiguda?
The pincode of Tashiguda is 766037.
What is the population of Tashiguda?
Tashiguda had a total population of 576, including 297 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Tashiguda?
Tashiguda had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tashiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tashiguda was 42.92%. Male literacy was 54.91% and female literacy was 31.14%.