Tunnelcamp - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Tunnelcamp is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Tunnel-camp serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunnelcamp village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunnelcamp is 430637. The village covers a total geographical area of 487 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tunnelcamp village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tunnelcamp
According to the 2011 Census, Tunnelcamp village had a total population of 919 people, including 419 males and 500 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.57%, with male literacy at 65.03% and female literacy at 42.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 604.
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 | 919 | 419 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 93 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 604 | 260 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 212 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 207 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Tunnelcamp
Tunnelcamp 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 Tunnelcamp
Tunnelcamp is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Tunnelcamp is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tunnelcamp is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tunnelcamp
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunnelcamp village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tunnelcamp
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunnelcamp village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tunnelcamp
Where is Tunnelcamp located?
Tunnelcamp village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tunnelcamp?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunnelcamp is Tunnel-camp.
What is the pincode of Tunnelcamp?
The pincode of Tunnelcamp is 764052.
What is the population of Tunnelcamp?
Tunnelcamp had a total population of 919, including 419 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Tunnelcamp?
Tunnelcamp had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunnelcamp?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunnelcamp was 52.57%. Male literacy was 65.03% and female literacy was 42.28%.