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.
Here you can discover what makes Tankel unique in its vibrant Padua-Koraput region. You’ll see Tankel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Tankel has a total population of about 1,149, with approximately 535 males and 614 females. The sex ratio is around 1147 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 120 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 962. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.11%, with male literacy at about 40.56% and female literacy near 13.52%. There are around 281 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tankel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.