Tama - Machh Kund, Koraput
Tama is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ballel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tama is 429593. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Tama
As per Census 2011, Tama village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 114 males and 117 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 114 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 32 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 82 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Tama
Tama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chiliba | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Sailpoda | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Lugumu | East | 2.08 km |
| Audipoda | North | 2.38 km |
| Bondhapoda | West | 2.38 km |
| Orabiri | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Kamel | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Poibeda | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Balel | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Dudipadar | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tama
Public transport in the Tama is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Tama is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tama is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tama 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 Tama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tama
Where is Tama located?
Tama village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tama?
The Gram Panchayat of Tama is Ballel.
What is the pincode of Tama?
The pincode of Tama is 764040.
What is the population of Tama?
Tama has a total population of 231, including 114 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Tama?
There are 72 households in Tama.
What is the literacy rate in Tama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tama is 20.35%. Male literacy is 28.07% and female literacy is 12.82%.