Thongapada - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Thongapada is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thongapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thongapada is 425202. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Thongapada 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 Thongapada
According to the 2011 Census, Thongapada village had a total population of 334 people, including 167 males and 167 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.15%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 57.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 334 | 167 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 106 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 61 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Thongapada
Thongapada 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 Thongapada
Public transport in the Thongapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thongapada.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Thongapada is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Thongapada is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thongapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thongapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thongapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thongapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thongapada
Where is Thongapada located?
Thongapada village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thongapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Thongapada is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Thongapada?
The pincode of Thongapada is 765020.
What is the population of Thongapada?
Thongapada had a total population of 334, including 167 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Thongapada?
Thongapada had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thongapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thongapada was 68.15%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 57.35%.