Tankel
Tankel is a village located in Padua tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Padua (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Panthulung is the gram panchayat of Tankel village.
Tankel has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tankel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tankel is 429725. The village spans a total geographical area of 577 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764038. Jeypur is nearest town to Tankel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Tankel
Population of Tankel
Below is a concise population overview of Tankel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tankel village:
- The total population of Tankel village is around 1,149, including approximately 535 males and 614 females, with a sex ratio of 1147 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Tankel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tankel village has 120 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 962 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tankel village is about 26.11%, with male literacy at 40.56% and female literacy at 13.52%.
- There are around 281 households in Tankel village.
Connectivity of Tankel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tankel. As per the 2011 stats, Tankel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tankel
Knowing the nearby villages of Tankel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tankel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tankel
- Where is Tankel located?
- Tankel village is situated in Padua Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tankel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tankel is Panthulung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tankel?
- The pincode of Tankel is 764038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tankel is 1,149, with 535 males and 614 females.
- How many households are there in Tankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tankel village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tankel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tankel is 26.11%. The male literacy rate is 40.56%, while the female literacy rate is 13.52%.