Timna - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Timna is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Timna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Timna is 384070. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Timna 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 Timna
As per Census 2011, Timna village has a total population of 2,480 people, consisting of 1,232 males and 1,248 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,365 literate and 1,115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Timna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,480 | 1,232 | 1,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 156 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,169 | 1,070 | 1,099 |
| Literate Population | 1,365 | 751 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,115 | 481 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Timna
Timna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katangjharia | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Ekma | West | 2.64 km |
| Geleibahal | North | 3.32 km |
| Padampur | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Bamdera | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Aludega | West | 4.75 km |
| Badulpani | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Panchara | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Pamra | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Kusumdega | South | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Timna
Timna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 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 Rajagangapur to Timna is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Timna is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Timna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Timna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Timna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Timna 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Timna
Where is Timna located?
Timna village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Timna?
Timna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Timna?
The pincode of Timna is 770016.
What is the population of Timna?
Timna has a total population of 2,480, including 1,232 males and 1,248 females.
How many households are there in Timna?
There are 516 households in Timna.
What is the literacy rate in Timna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Timna is 55.04%. Male literacy is 60.96% and female literacy is 49.20%.