Tulamal - Kakatpur, Puri
Tulamal is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulamal is 409128. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tulamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulamal
As per Census 2011, Tulamal village has a total population of 800 people, consisting of 366 males and 434 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,185 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 366 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 92 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 276 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 90 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Tulamal
Tulamal 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 Tulamal
Tulamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Tulamal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Tulamal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tulamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tulamal
Where is Tulamal located?
Tulamal village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulamal is Kantapada.
What is the pincode of Tulamal?
The pincode of Tulamal is 752108.
What is the population of Tulamal?
Tulamal has a total population of 800, including 366 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Tulamal?
There are 189 households in Tulamal.
What is the literacy rate in Tulamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulamal is 68.75%. Male literacy is 75.41% and female literacy is 63.13%.