Tobhapodar - Kundura, Koraput
Tobhapodar is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. P Akhanaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tobhapodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tobhapodar is 429122. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Tobhapodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tobhapodar
As per Census 2011, Tobhapodar village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 287 males and 284 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tobhapodar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 287 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 94 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 150 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 137 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Tobhapodar
Tobhapodar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaliaguda | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Pakhanaguda | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Naikera | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Jiraguda | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Khatalapadar | East | 2.50 km |
| Soralguda | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Atigam | North | 3.01 km |
| Kundura | South | 3.04 km |
| Padmapur | North | 3.08 km |
| Jamukonadi | West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tobhapodar
Public transport in the Tobhapodar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sunabeda to Tobhapodar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tobhapodar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tobhapodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tobhapodar 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 Tobhapodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tobhapodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tobhapodar
Where is Tobhapodar located?
Tobhapodar village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tobhapodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tobhapodar is P Akhanaguda.
What is the pincode of Tobhapodar?
The pincode of Tobhapodar is 764002.
What is the population of Tobhapodar?
Tobhapodar has a total population of 571, including 287 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Tobhapodar?
There are 144 households in Tobhapodar.
What is the literacy rate in Tobhapodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tobhapodar is 44.31%. Male literacy is 52.26% and female literacy is 36.27%.