Tilakdih - Ratanpur, Bilaspur
Tilakdih is a village situated in the Ratanpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Kota and around 32 km from Bilaspur. Navagaon (mohada) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakdih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakdih is 438061. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.49 hectares and falls under the 495442 pincode. Ratanpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Tilakdih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilakdih
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakdih village had a total population of 173 people, including 82 males and 91 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.83%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 53.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
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 | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 31 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakdih
Tilakdih 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 Tilakdih
Tilakdih 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 NA |
| 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 Ratanpur to Tilakdih is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Tilakdih is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakdih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakdih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakdih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakdih 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 Tilakdih
Where is Tilakdih located?
Tilakdih village is located in Ratanpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakdih?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakdih is Navagaon (mohada).
What is the pincode of Tilakdih?
The pincode of Tilakdih is 495442.
What is the population of Tilakdih?
Tilakdih had a total population of 173, including 82 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Tilakdih?
Tilakdih had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakdih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakdih was 63.83%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 53.42%.