Tamparkela - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Tamparkela is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Tamparkela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamparkela is 385009. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Tamparkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamparkela
As per Census 2011, Tamparkela village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 278 males and 297 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamparkela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 278 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 560 | 272 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 173 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 105 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Tamparkela
Tamparkela 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 Tamparkela
Public transport in the Tamparkela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Raurkela to Tamparkela is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Tamparkela is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamparkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamparkela 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 Tamparkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamparkela 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 Tamparkela
Where is Tamparkela located?
Tamparkela village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamparkela?
Tamparkela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tamparkela?
The pincode of Tamparkela is 770043.
What is the population of Tamparkela?
Tamparkela has a total population of 575, including 278 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Tamparkela?
There are 132 households in Tamparkela.
What is the literacy rate in Tamparkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamparkela is 55.48%. Male literacy is 62.23% and female literacy is 49.16%.