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
As per Census 2011, Bad-Tumkela village has a total population of 651 people, consisting of 313 males and 338 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bad-Tumkela are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 651, including 313 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Bad-Tumkela?
There are 148 households in Bad-Tumkela.
What is the literacy rate in Bad-Tumkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bad-Tumkela is 69.28%. Male literacy is 70.93% and female literacy is 67.75%.