Tumbiguda - Pottangi, Koraput
Tumbiguda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Talagoluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tumbiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumbiguda is 430098. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Tumbiguda 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 Tumbiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Tumbiguda village had a total population of 435 people, including 214 males and 221 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.73%, with male literacy at 16.36% and female literacy at 12.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 214 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 49 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 72 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 187 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Tumbiguda
Tumbiguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tumbiguda
Public transport in the Tumbiguda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tumbiguda is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tumbiguda is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumbiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumbiguda 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 Tumbiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumbiguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tumbiguda
Where is Tumbiguda located?
Tumbiguda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tumbiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tumbiguda is Talagoluru.
What is the pincode of Tumbiguda?
The pincode of Tumbiguda is 764039.
What is the population of Tumbiguda?
Tumbiguda had a total population of 435, including 214 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Tumbiguda?
Tumbiguda had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tumbiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumbiguda was 14.73%. Male literacy was 16.36% and female literacy was 12.99%.