Tukulpada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Tukulpada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Adasipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tukulpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tukulpada is 415698. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Tukulpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tukulpada
According to the 2011 Census, Tukulpada village had a total population of 84 people, including 46 males and 38 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 55.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Tukulpada
Tukulpada 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 Tukulpada
Public transport in the Tukulpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Tukulpada is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tukulpada is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tukulpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tukulpada 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 Tukulpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tukulpada 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 Tukulpada
Where is Tukulpada located?
Tukulpada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tukulpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tukulpada is Adasipada.
What is the pincode of Tukulpada?
The pincode of Tukulpada is 762012.
What is the population of Tukulpada?
Tukulpada had a total population of 84, including 46 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Tukulpada?
Tukulpada had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tukulpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tukulpada was 75.00%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 55.88%.