Tiama (Tiamaha) - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Tiama (Tiamaha) is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 166 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gugurumaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiama (Tiamaha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiama (Tiamaha) is 417205. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Tiama (Tiamaha) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tiama (Tiamaha)
As per Census 2011, Tiama (Tiamaha) village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 278 males and 273 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 460 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tiama (Tiamaha) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 278 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 232 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 110 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 168 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Tiama (Tiamaha)
Tiama (Tiamaha) 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 Tiama (Tiamaha)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tiama (Tiamaha).
| 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 Rayagada to Tiama (Tiamaha) is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tiama (Tiamaha) is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiama (Tiamaha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiama (Tiamaha) 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 Tiama (Tiamaha)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiama (Tiamaha) 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 Tiama (Tiamaha)
Where is Tiama (Tiamaha) located?
Tiama (Tiamaha) village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiama (Tiamaha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiama (Tiamaha) is Gugurumaha.
What is the pincode of Tiama (Tiamaha)?
The pincode of Tiama (Tiamaha) is 762105.
What is the population of Tiama (Tiamaha)?
Tiama (Tiamaha) has a total population of 551, including 278 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Tiama (Tiamaha)?
There are 112 households in Tiama (Tiamaha).
What is the literacy rate in Tiama (Tiamaha)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiama (Tiamaha) is 26.32%. Male literacy is 39.57% and female literacy is 12.82%.