Bad-Tumkela - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Bad-Tumkela is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rajamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bad-Tumkela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bad-Tumkela is 384861. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bad-Tumkela 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 Bad-Tumkela
According to the 2011 Census, Bad-Tumkela village had a total population of 651 people, including 313 males and 338 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.39%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 76.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 313 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 99 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 222 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 91 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Bad-Tumkela
Bad-Tumkela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gamlei | West | 0.78 km |
| Arkeikela | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Urumkela | West | 1.54 km |
| Deogaon | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Kaliaposh | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Deoposh | North | 2.18 km |
| Gargadia | North | 2.19 km |
| Kendrikala | South | 2.28 km |
| Luthurba | West | 2.35 km |
| Uparpada | South-West | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bad-Tumkela
Bad-Tumkela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Bad-Tumkela is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bad-Tumkela is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bad-Tumkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bad-Tumkela 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 Bad-Tumkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bad-Tumkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bad-Tumkela
Where is Bad-Tumkela located?
Bad-Tumkela village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bad-Tumkela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bad-Tumkela is Rajamunda.
What is the pincode of Bad-Tumkela?
The pincode of Bad-Tumkela is 770040.
What is the population of Bad-Tumkela?
Bad-Tumkela had a total population of 651, including 313 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Bad-Tumkela?
Bad-Tumkela had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bad-Tumkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bad-Tumkela was 80.39%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 76.85%.