Tikarkhurd - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Tikarkhurd is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 52 km from Gaurella and around 118 km from Bilaspur. Tikarkhurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarkhurd is 437505. The village covers a total geographical area of 1114.54 hectares and falls under the 495119 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Tikarkhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikarkhurd
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarkhurd village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 518 males and 490 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.54%, with male literacy at 77.25% and female literacy at 51.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 693.
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 | 1,008 | 518 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 96 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 693 | 352 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 326 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 192 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarkhurd
Tikarkhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagra | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Amgaon | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Basti | West | 3.87 km |
| Piparbahra | South | 4.21 km |
| Tidi | South | 4.38 km |
| Poota | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Bamhani | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Udan | East | 6.03 km |
| Lamna | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Semra | North | 7.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tikarkhurd
Tikarkhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tenganmada, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| 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 Pendra to Tikarkhurd is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Tikarkhurd is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarkhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarkhurd 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikarkhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarkhurd 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikarkhurd
Where is Tikarkhurd located?
Tikarkhurd village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikarkhurd?
Tikarkhurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tikarkhurd?
The pincode of Tikarkhurd is 495119.
What is the population of Tikarkhurd?
Tikarkhurd had a total population of 1,008, including 518 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Tikarkhurd?
Tikarkhurd had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarkhurd was 64.54%. Male literacy was 77.25% and female literacy was 51.89%.