Tulasi - Mathili, Malkangiri
Tulasi is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Temurupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulasi is 430355. The village covers a total geographical area of 1376 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Tulasi 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 Tulasi
As per Census 2011, Tulasi village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 373 males and 360 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 373 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 733 | 373 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 106 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 267 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Tulasi
Tulasi 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 Tulasi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tulasi.
| 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 Malkangiri to Tulasi is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tulasi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulasi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tulasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulasi 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 Tulasi
Where is Tulasi located?
Tulasi village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulasi is Temurupalli.
What is the pincode of Tulasi?
The pincode of Tulasi is 764044.
What is the population of Tulasi?
Tulasi has a total population of 733, including 373 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Tulasi?
There are 159 households in Tulasi.
What is the literacy rate in Tulasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulasi is 23.87%. Male literacy is 28.42% and female literacy is 19.17%.