Tankel - Nandapur, Koraput
Tankel is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from Padua and around 93 km from Koraput. Panthulung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tankel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tankel is 429725. The village covers a total geographical area of 577 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Tankel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tankel
As per Census 2011, Tankel village has a total population of 1,149 people, consisting of 535 males and 614 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,147 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 962 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tankel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,149 | 535 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 53 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 962 | 449 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 217 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 318 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Tankel
Tankel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sobhaput | West | 1.58 km |
| Guntaput | North | 3.52 km |
| Mariput | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Pamolput | North | 4.36 km |
| Hataguda | North | 5.36 km |
| Kathua | North-East | 5.41 km |
| Lampi | North | 6.27 km |
| Enuguguda | North | 7.26 km |
| Damanga | North-East | 7.35 km |
| Gondhisikariput | North | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tankel
Tankel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padua, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Tankel is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tankel is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tankel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tankel 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tankel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tankel 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tankel
Where is Tankel located?
Tankel village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankel?
The Gram Panchayat of Tankel is Panthulung.
What is the pincode of Tankel?
The pincode of Tankel is 764041.
What is the population of Tankel?
Tankel has a total population of 1,149, including 535 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Tankel?
There are 281 households in Tankel.
What is the literacy rate in Tankel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tankel is 26.11%. Male literacy is 40.56% and female literacy is 13.52%.