Tikulia - Turkaulia, Purbi Champaran
Tikulia is a village situated in the Turkaulia subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from Turkaulia and around 17 km from Motihari. Bijulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikulia is 217990. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.7 hectares and falls under the 845437 pincode. Motihari is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Tikulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tikulia
As per Census 2011, Tikulia village has a total population of 2,237 people, consisting of 1,156 males and 1,081 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 942 literate and 1,295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,237 | 1,156 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 256 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 282 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 590 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 566 | 729 |
Nearby Villages of Tikulia
Tikulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpur | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Belwa Ray Tola Bairagi | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Bijulpur | East | 1.98 km |
| Chitranw | South | 2.11 km |
| Belwa Ray Khas | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Belwa Ray Tola Narirawa | North | 2.72 km |
| Khagni | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Jaisinghpur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Semra Khas | North | 3.59 km |
| Bairiyadih | West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tikulia
Public transport in the Tikulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Semra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Motihari to Tikulia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tikulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikulia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tikulia
Where is Tikulia located?
Tikulia village is located in Turkaulia Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikulia is Bijulpur.
What is the pincode of Tikulia?
The pincode of Tikulia is 845437.
What is the population of Tikulia?
Tikulia has a total population of 2,237, including 1,156 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Tikulia?
There are 442 households in Tikulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tikulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikulia is 42.11%. Male literacy is 51.04% and female literacy is 32.56%.