Tilanjanpur - Pithora, Mahasamund
Tilanjanpur is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Savitripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilanjanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilanjanpur is 446438. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.23 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Tilanjanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilanjanpur
As per Census 2011, Tilanjanpur village has a total population of 861 people, consisting of 429 males and 432 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilanjanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 861 | 429 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 319 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 110 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Tilanjanpur
Tilanjanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhairopur | South | 1.33 km |
| Remada Tukada | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Sawatripurtukda | North | 2.05 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 2.38 km |
| Dhaba Khar | West | 2.60 km |
| Deori | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Anandipur(viran) | South | 3.02 km |
| Sawitripur | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Salhe Tarai | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Paterapali | South-West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilanjanpur
Tilanjanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Tilanjanpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Tilanjanpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilanjanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilanjanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tilanjanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilanjanpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tilanjanpur
Where is Tilanjanpur located?
Tilanjanpur village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilanjanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilanjanpur is Savitripur.
What is the pincode of Tilanjanpur?
The pincode of Tilanjanpur is 492112.
What is the population of Tilanjanpur?
Tilanjanpur has a total population of 861, including 429 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Tilanjanpur?
There are 212 households in Tilanjanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Tilanjanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilanjanpur is 65.62%. Male literacy is 74.36% and female literacy is 56.94%.