Tumulia - Balisankara, Sundargarh
Tumulia is a village situated in the Balisankara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Talasara and around 30 km from Sundargarh. Tumlia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tumulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumulia is 384051. The village covers a total geographical area of 1266 hectares and falls under the 770014 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Tumulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tumulia
As per Census 2011, Tumulia village has a total population of 3,311 people, consisting of 1,650 males and 1,661 females. The village has 858 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,948 literate and 1,363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,725 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tumulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,311 | 1,650 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 212 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 174 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,725 | 851 | 874 |
| Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,097 | 851 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,363 | 553 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Tumulia
Tumulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankara | West | 2.65 km |
| Sapdagar | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Latdega | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Fataimunda | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Budabahal | North | 3.79 km |
| Jamuna | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Subdega | South | 4.45 km |
| Bhalutungri | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Rasipatra | South | 4.87 km |
| Kaisar | South-East | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tumulia
Tumulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Tumulia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Tumulia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumulia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tumulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tumulia
Where is Tumulia located?
Tumulia village is located in Balisankara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tumulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tumulia is Tumlia.
What is the pincode of Tumulia?
The pincode of Tumulia is 770014.
What is the population of Tumulia?
Tumulia has a total population of 3,311, including 1,650 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Tumulia?
There are 858 households in Tumulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tumulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumulia is 58.83%. Male literacy is 66.48% and female literacy is 51.23%.