Tilaimal - Rengali, Sambalpur
Tilaimal is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Thelkoloi and around 42 km from Sambalpur. Bamaloi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilaimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilaimal is 381685. The village covers a total geographical area of 803 hectares and falls under the 768212 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tilaimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilaimal
As per Census 2011, Tilaimal village has a total population of 1,936 people, consisting of 977 males and 959 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilaimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,936 | 977 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 137 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 179 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,178 | 580 | 598 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 641 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 336 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Tilaimal
Tilaimal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamaloi | West | 1.78 km |
| Bhursipali | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Dharopali | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Gurupali | West | 3.86 km |
| Derba | North | 4.39 km |
| Kharhiapali | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Nuarampela | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Jangala | South | 5.31 km |
| Lapanga | West | 5.57 km |
| Gumakarama | North | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilaimal
Tilaimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lapanga, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Tilaimal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Tilaimal is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilaimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilaimal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilaimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilaimal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilaimal
Where is Tilaimal located?
Tilaimal village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilaimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilaimal is Bamaloi.
What is the pincode of Tilaimal?
The pincode of Tilaimal is 768212.
What is the population of Tilaimal?
Tilaimal has a total population of 1,936, including 977 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Tilaimal?
There are 459 households in Tilaimal.
What is the literacy rate in Tilaimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilaimal is 57.02%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 48.28%.