Tundureju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Tundureju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Phulabani and around 40 km from Phulbani. Bilabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tundureju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tundureju is 415321. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 762024 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Tundureju 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 Tundureju
According to the 2011 Census, Tundureju village had a total population of 51 people, including 27 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 35.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Tundureju
Tundureju 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 Tundureju
Public transport in the Tundureju 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 >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 Tundureju is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tundureju is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tundureju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tundureju 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 Tundureju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tundureju 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 Tundureju
Where is Tundureju located?
Tundureju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tundureju?
The Gram Panchayat of Tundureju is Bilabadi.
What is the pincode of Tundureju?
The pincode of Tundureju is 762024.
What is the population of Tundureju?
Tundureju had a total population of 51, including 27 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Tundureju?
Tundureju had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tundureju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tundureju was 60.98%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 35.00%.