Thakurpali - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Thakurpali is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 135 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakurpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakurpali is 384992. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Thakurpali 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 Thakurpali
As per Census 2011, Thakurpali village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 128 males and 177 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,382 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakurpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 128 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 81 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 90 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 38 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Thakurpali
Thakurpali 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 Thakurpali
Thakurpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Thakurpali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Thakurpali is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakurpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakurpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Thakurpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakurpali 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 Thakurpali
Where is Thakurpali located?
Thakurpali village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakurpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakurpali is Sole.
What is the pincode of Thakurpali?
The pincode of Thakurpali is 768228.
What is the population of Thakurpali?
Thakurpali has a total population of 305, including 128 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Thakurpali?
There are 74 households in Thakurpali.
What is the literacy rate in Thakurpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakurpali is 69.18%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 68.36%.