Tepatoli - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Tepatoli is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Lathikata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tepatoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tepatoli is 384637. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tepatoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tepatoli
According to the 2011 Census, Tepatoli village had a total population of 259 people, including 130 males and 129 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.78%, with male literacy at 46.02% and female literacy at 29.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 259 | 130 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 70 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 52 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 78 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Tepatoli
Tepatoli 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 Tepatoli
Tepatoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tepatoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Tepatoli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Tepatoli is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tepatoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tepatoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tepatoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tepatoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tepatoli
Where is Tepatoli located?
Tepatoli village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tepatoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Tepatoli is Lathikata.
What is the pincode of Tepatoli?
The pincode of Tepatoli is 770037.
What is the population of Tepatoli?
Tepatoli had a total population of 259, including 130 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Tepatoli?
Tepatoli had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tepatoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tepatoli was 37.78%. Male literacy was 46.02% and female literacy was 29.46%.