Tamaka - Kashipur, Rayagada
Tamaka is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tamaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamaka is 425906. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Tamaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamaka
As per Census 2011, Tamaka village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 445 males and 518 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,164 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 861 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 445 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 861 | 391 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 201 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 244 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Tamaka
Tamaka 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 Tamaka
Public transport in the Tamaka is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Tamaka is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamaka 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 Tamaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamaka 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 Tamaka
Where is Tamaka located?
Tamaka village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Tamaka is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Tamaka?
The pincode of Tamaka is 765015.
What is the population of Tamaka?
Tamaka has a total population of 963, including 445 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Tamaka?
There are 189 households in Tamaka.
What is the literacy rate in Tamaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamaka is 33.64%. Male literacy is 45.17% and female literacy is 23.75%.