Tongoroma - Gudari, Rayagada
Tongoroma is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kadama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tongoroma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tongoroma is 426867. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Tongoroma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tongoroma
As per Census 2011, Tongoroma village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 75 males and 86 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tongoroma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Tongoroma
Tongoroma 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 Tongoroma
Tongoroma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Rayagada to Tongoroma is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Tongoroma is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tongoroma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tongoroma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tongoroma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tongoroma 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tongoroma
Where is Tongoroma located?
Tongoroma village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tongoroma?
The Gram Panchayat of Tongoroma is Kadama.
What is the pincode of Tongoroma?
The pincode of Tongoroma is 765026.
What is the population of Tongoroma?
Tongoroma has a total population of 161, including 75 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Tongoroma?
There are 29 households in Tongoroma.
What is the literacy rate in Tongoroma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tongoroma is 54.66%. Male literacy is 57.33% and female literacy is 52.33%.