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
As per Census 2011, Tikarkhurd village has a total population of 1,008 people, consisting of 518 males and 490 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 693 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikarkhurd are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,008, including 518 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Tikarkhurd?
There are 230 households in Tikarkhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarkhurd is 54.17%. Male literacy is 62.93% and female literacy is 44.90%.