Tankua - Jeypore, Koraput
Tankua is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tankua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tankua is 429088. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 764003 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Tankua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tankua
As per Census 2011, Tankua village has a total population of 562 people, consisting of 277 males and 285 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tankua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 277 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 163 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 114 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Tankua
Tankua 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 Tankua
Public transport in the Tankua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tankua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Tankua is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tankua is about 26 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 Tankua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tankua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tankua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tankua 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 Tankua
Where is Tankua located?
Tankua village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankua?
Tankua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tankua?
The pincode of Tankua is 764003.
What is the population of Tankua?
Tankua has a total population of 562, including 277 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Tankua?
There are 146 households in Tankua.
What is the literacy rate in Tankua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tankua is 49.82%. Male literacy is 58.84% and female literacy is 41.05%.