Tukula - Khariar, Nuapada
Tukula is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Tukla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tukula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tukula is 422012. The village covers a total geographical area of 1077 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tukula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tukula
As per Census 2011, Tukula village has a total population of 6,884 people, consisting of 3,496 males and 3,388 females. The village has 1,690 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 859 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,677 literate and 3,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 821 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 706 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tukula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,884 | 3,496 | 3,388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 859 | 436 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 421 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 706 | 331 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 3,677 | 2,218 | 1,459 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,207 | 1,278 | 1,929 |
Nearby Villages of Tukula
Tukula is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Risigaon | West | 2.08 km |
| Palasakhanda | East | 2.13 km |
| Chandel | South | 2.18 km |
| Sandhisar | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Asurla | North | 2.68 km |
| Bahalpadar | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Chandagiri | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Dohelpada | South | 2.98 km |
| Bhushlad | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Sriram | South-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tukula
Tukula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Muribahal, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khariar Road to Tukula is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Tukula is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tukula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tukula 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 Tukula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tukula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tukula
Where is Tukula located?
Tukula village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tukula?
The Gram Panchayat of Tukula is Tukla.
What is the pincode of Tukula?
The pincode of Tukula is 766107.
What is the population of Tukula?
Tukula has a total population of 6,884, including 3,496 males and 3,388 females.
How many households are there in Tukula?
There are 1,690 households in Tukula.
What is the literacy rate in Tukula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tukula is 53.41%. Male literacy is 63.44% and female literacy is 43.06%.