Tulsidihi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Tulsidihi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Bhojpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulsidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulsidihi is 381880. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tulsidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulsidihi
According to the 2011 Census, Tulsidihi village had a total population of 111 people, including 57 males and 54 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.34%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Tulsidihi
Tulsidihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganghosa | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Sihiria | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Nuadihi | East | 1.94 km |
| Mahijuria | West | 2.32 km |
| Gambhiramunda | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Badmal | South | 2.77 km |
| Kolhapal | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Salebhadi | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Matamahul | East | 3.70 km |
| Gunduruchuan | West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tulsidihi
Public transport in the Tulsidihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rengali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kochinda to Tulsidihi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Tulsidihi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulsidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulsidihi 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 Tulsidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulsidihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tulsidihi
Where is Tulsidihi located?
Tulsidihi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulsidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulsidihi is Bhojpur.
What is the pincode of Tulsidihi?
The pincode of Tulsidihi is 768107.
What is the population of Tulsidihi?
Tulsidihi had a total population of 111, including 57 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Tulsidihi?
Tulsidihi had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tulsidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulsidihi was 66.34%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.