Tandalnaju - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Tandalnaju is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Taladandikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tandalnaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tandalnaju is 416464. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Tandalnaju 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 Tandalnaju
According to the 2011 Census, Tandalnaju village had a total population of 122 people, including 60 males and 62 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.83%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 51 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 9 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Tandalnaju
Tandalnaju 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 Tandalnaju
Public transport in the Tandalnaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Tandalnaju is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tandalnaju is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tandalnaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tandalnaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tandalnaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tandalnaju 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tandalnaju
Where is Tandalnaju located?
Tandalnaju village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tandalnaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Tandalnaju is Taladandikia.
What is the pincode of Tandalnaju?
The pincode of Tandalnaju is 762106.
What is the population of Tandalnaju?
Tandalnaju had a total population of 122, including 60 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Tandalnaju?
Tandalnaju had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tandalnaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tandalnaju was 73.83%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 53.85%.