Thuamul - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Thuamul is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Thuamul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuamul is 424383. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Thuamul 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 Thuamul
As per Census 2011, Thuamul village has a total population of 295 people, consisting of 184 males and 111 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 603 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thuamul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 184 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 55 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 134 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 50 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Thuamul
Thuamul 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 Thuamul
Thuamul is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Thuamul is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuamul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuamul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thuamul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuamul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thuamul
Where is Thuamul located?
Thuamul village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thuamul?
Thuamul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thuamul?
The pincode of Thuamul is 766037.
What is the population of Thuamul?
Thuamul has a total population of 295, including 184 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Thuamul?
There are 58 households in Thuamul.
What is the literacy rate in Thuamul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuamul is 57.97%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 33.33%.