Tirkela
Tirkela is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Tirrkela is the gram panchayat of Tirkela village.
Here you can discover what makes Tirkela unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Tirkela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tirkela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tirkela is 433066. The village spans a total geographical area of 1584.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Tirkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Tirkela
Population of Tirkela
According to the 2011 Census, Tirkela has a total population of about 1,714, with approximately 861 males and 853 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 293 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,512. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.33%, with male literacy at about 44.37% and female literacy near 32.24%. There are around 365 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tirkela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 861 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 146 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,512 | 760 | 752 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 382 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 479 | 578 |
Connectivity of Tirkela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tirkela. As per the 2011 stats, Tirkela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tirkela
Knowing the nearby villages of Tirkela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tirkela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tirkela
- Where is Tirkela located?
- Tirkela village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tirkela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tirkela is Tirrkela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tirkela?
- The pincode of Tirkela is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tirkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tirkela is 1,714, with 861 males and 853 females.
- How many households are there in Tirkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tirkela village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tirkela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tirkela is 38.33%. The male literacy rate is 44.37%, while the female literacy rate is 32.24%.