Tanginiguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Tanginiguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tanginiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanginiguda is 425376. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Tanginiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanginiguda
As per Census 2011, Tanginiguda village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 101 males and 90 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tanginiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 101 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 47 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 54 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Tanginiguda
Tanginiguda 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 Tanginiguda
Public transport in the Tanginiguda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunupur to Tanginiguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Tanginiguda 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 Tanginiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanginiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tanginiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanginiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tanginiguda
Where is Tanginiguda located?
Tanginiguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanginiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tanginiguda is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Tanginiguda?
The pincode of Tanginiguda is 765019.
What is the population of Tanginiguda?
Tanginiguda has a total population of 191, including 101 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Tanginiguda?
There are 55 households in Tanginiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Tanginiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanginiguda is 32.46%. Male literacy is 46.53% and female literacy is 16.67%.