Tirkadand
Tirkadand is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Kahadgondi is the gram panchayat of Tirkadand village.
Here you can discover what makes Tirkadand unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Tirkadand’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 Tirkadand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tirkadand is 447453. The village spans a total geographical area of 423.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496111. Charama is nearest town to Tirkadand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tirkadand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tirkadand
Population of Tirkadand
According to the 2011 Census, Tirkadand has a total population of about 430, with approximately 220 males and 210 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 396. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.65%, with male literacy at about 81.36% and female literacy near 67.62%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tirkadand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 220 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 198 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 179 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 41 | 68 |
Connectivity of Tirkadand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tirkadand. As per the 2011 stats, Tirkadand 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tirkadand
Knowing the nearby villages of Tirkadand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tirkadand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tirkadand
- Where is Tirkadand located?
- Tirkadand village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tirkadand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tirkadand is Kahadgondi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tirkadand?
- The pincode of Tirkadand is 496111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tirkadand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tirkadand is 430, with 220 males and 210 females.
- How many households are there in Tirkadand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tirkadand village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tirkadand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tirkadand is 74.65%. The male literacy rate is 81.36%, while the female literacy rate is 67.62%.