Tambal - Harur, Dharmapuri
Tambal is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Vedakattamaduvu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tambal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tambal is 643312. The village covers a total geographical area of 2969.42 hectares and falls under the 636906 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Tambal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tambal
As per Census 2011, Tambal village has a total population of 1,192 people, consisting of 602 males and 590 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 674 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tambal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 602 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 256 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 386 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 216 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Tambal
Tambal 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 Tambal
Public transport in the Tambal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Tambal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tambal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tambal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tambal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tambal 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 Tambal
Where is Tambal located?
Tambal village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tambal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tambal is Vedakattamaduvu.
What is the pincode of Tambal?
The pincode of Tambal is 636906.
What is the population of Tambal?
Tambal has a total population of 1,192, including 602 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Tambal?
There are 308 households in Tambal.
What is the literacy rate in Tambal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tambal is 56.54%. Male literacy is 64.12% and female literacy is 48.81%.