Tamalbandh - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Tamalbandh is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Rairangpur Town and around 88 km from Baripada. Purunapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tamalbandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamalbandh is 387639. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Tamalbandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamalbandh
According to the 2011 Census, Tamalbandh village had a total population of 969 people, including 462 males and 507 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.11%, with male literacy at 77.00% and female literacy at 58.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 532.
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 | 969 | 462 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 247 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 308 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 154 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Tamalbandh
Tamalbandh 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 Tamalbandh
Tamalbandh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Tamalbandh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Tamalbandh is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Tamalbandh is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamalbandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamalbandh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tamalbandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamalbandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tamalbandh
Where is Tamalbandh located?
Tamalbandh village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tamalbandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Tamalbandh is Purunapani.
What is the pincode of Tamalbandh?
The pincode of Tamalbandh is 757043.
What is the population of Tamalbandh?
Tamalbandh had a total population of 969, including 462 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Tamalbandh?
Tamalbandh had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tamalbandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamalbandh was 67.11%. Male literacy was 77.00% and female literacy was 58.03%.