Tilakpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Tilakpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Silhan Khajuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakpur is 240342. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tilakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakpur village had a total population of 298 people, including 144 males and 154 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.62%, with male literacy at 40.71% and female literacy at 26.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 298 | 144 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 133 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 98 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakpur
Tilakpur 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 Tilakpur
Tilakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Tilakpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Tilakpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilakpur
Where is Tilakpur located?
Tilakpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakpur is Silhan Khajuriya.
What is the pincode of Tilakpur?
The pincode of Tilakpur is 813204.
What is the population of Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had a total population of 298, including 144 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakpur was 33.62%. Male literacy was 40.71% and female literacy was 26.72%.