Tekalamila - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Tekalamila is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekalamila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekalamila is 416949. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Tekalamila 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 Tekalamila
According to the 2011 Census, Tekalamila village had a total population of 355 people, including 173 males and 182 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.50%, with male literacy at 44.35% and female literacy at 17.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 355 | 173 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 49 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 134 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 55 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 118 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Tekalamila
Tekalamila 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 Tekalamila
Tekalamila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Tekalamila is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tekalamila is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekalamila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekalamila 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tekalamila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekalamila 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 Tekalamila
Where is Tekalamila located?
Tekalamila village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekalamila?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekalamila is Sirla.
What is the pincode of Tekalamila?
The pincode of Tekalamila is 762109.
What is the population of Tekalamila?
Tekalamila had a total population of 355, including 173 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Tekalamila?
Tekalamila had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekalamila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekalamila was 29.50%. Male literacy was 44.35% and female literacy was 17.53%.