Tilkeswar - Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi, Darbhanga
Tilkeswar is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Tilkeshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilkeswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilkeswar is 227936. The village covers a total geographical area of 1006 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tilkeswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tilkeswar
As per Census 2011, Tilkeswar village has a total population of 6,266 people, consisting of 3,326 males and 2,940 females. The village has 1,339 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,765 literate and 4,501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilkeswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,266 | 3,326 | 2,940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,574 | 814 | 760 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,742 | 1,445 | 1,297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,765 | 1,197 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,501 | 2,129 | 2,372 |
Nearby Villages of Tilkeswar
Tilkeswar 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 Tilkeswar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tilkeswar. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tilkeswar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rosera to Tilkeswar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Tilkeswar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilkeswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilkeswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilkeswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilkeswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilkeswar
Where is Tilkeswar located?
Tilkeswar village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilkeswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilkeswar is Tilkeshwar.
What is the pincode of Tilkeswar?
The pincode of Tilkeswar is 847203.
What is the population of Tilkeswar?
Tilkeswar has a total population of 6,266, including 3,326 males and 2,940 females.
How many households are there in Tilkeswar?
There are 1,339 households in Tilkeswar.
What is the literacy rate in Tilkeswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilkeswar is 28.17%. Male literacy is 35.99% and female literacy is 19.32%.