Tukuguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Tukuguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tukuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tukuguda is 424415. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Tukuguda 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 Tukuguda
As per Census 2011, Tukuguda village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 167 males and 189 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tukuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 167 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 119 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 105 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 62 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Tukuguda
Tukuguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharajore | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Dakakota | West | 1.51 km |
| Sargiguda | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 2.07 km |
| Dhamanguda | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Parelguda | North | 3.04 km |
| Pokhara | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Lanjigada | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Bendajhola | North | 3.46 km |
| Pokhariguda | South-East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tukuguda
Tukuguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tukuguda is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tukuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tukuguda 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 Tukuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tukuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tukuguda
Where is Tukuguda located?
Tukuguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tukuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tukuguda is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Tukuguda?
The pincode of Tukuguda is 766037.
What is the population of Tukuguda?
Tukuguda has a total population of 356, including 167 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Tukuguda?
There are 89 households in Tukuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Tukuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tukuguda is 40.73%. Male literacy is 62.87% and female literacy is 21.16%.