Tolana - Gunupur, Rayagada
Tolana is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Puttasing and around 107 km from Rayagada . Tolana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tolana is 427177. The village covers a total geographical area of 2928 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tolana 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 Tolana
As per Census 2011, Tolana village has a total population of 1,715 people, consisting of 815 males and 900 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 1,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,697 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tolana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,715 | 815 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 154 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,697 | 807 | 890 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 329 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,213 | 486 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Tolana
Tolana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinturanga | North | 2.80 km |
| Taragisingi | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Kitunga | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Rejingatal | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Jalatar | West | 3.82 km |
| Barei | East | 4.09 km |
| Tadar | North | 4.17 km |
| Manengulu | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Tarigising | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Perenda | South-West | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tolana
Tolana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunupur to Tolana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Tolana is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tolana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tolana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tolana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tolana 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 Tolana
Where is Tolana located?
Tolana village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tolana?
Tolana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tolana?
The pincode of Tolana is 765022.
What is the population of Tolana?
Tolana has a total population of 1,715, including 815 males and 900 females.
How many households are there in Tolana?
There are 379 households in Tolana.
What is the literacy rate in Tolana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tolana is 29.27%. Male literacy is 40.37% and female literacy is 19.22%.