Thogapali - Komna, Nuapada
Thogapali is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Thagapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thogapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thogapali is 421819. The village covers a total geographical area of 570 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Thogapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thogapali
According to the 2011 Census, Thogapali village had a total population of 941 people, including 480 males and 461 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.34%, with male literacy at 71.50% and female literacy at 47.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 585.
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 | 941 | 480 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 585 | 292 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 291 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 189 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Thogapali
Thogapali 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 Thogapali
Thogapali 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 | 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 Khariar Road to Thogapali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Thogapali is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thogapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thogapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thogapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thogapali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thogapali
Where is Thogapali located?
Thogapali village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thogapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Thogapali is Thagapali.
What is the pincode of Thogapali?
The pincode of Thogapali is 766106.
What is the population of Thogapali?
Thogapali had a total population of 941, including 480 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Thogapali?
Thogapali had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thogapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thogapali was 59.34%. Male literacy was 71.50% and female literacy was 47.17%.