Thunigaon - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Thunigaon is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Nandipada and around 97 km from Kendujhar. Pandado serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thunigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunigaon is 387164. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 758026 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Thunigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thunigaon
As per Census 2011, Thunigaon village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 172 males and 153 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thunigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 122 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 115 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 57 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Thunigaon
Thunigaon 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 Thunigaon
Thunigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Thunigaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Thunigaon is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thunigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thunigaon
Where is Thunigaon located?
Thunigaon village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thunigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Thunigaon is Pandado.
What is the pincode of Thunigaon?
The pincode of Thunigaon is 758026.
What is the population of Thunigaon?
Thunigaon has a total population of 325, including 172 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Thunigaon?
There are 70 households in Thunigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thunigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunigaon is 53.23%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 37.91%.