Tikapara - Ranishwar, Dumka
Tikapara is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Banskuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikapara is 371281. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.47 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode.
Tikapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Tikapara
Tikapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhichua | East | 1.43 km |
| Dukhiadih | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Bhitra | West | 1.71 km |
| Manikdih | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Lapsapara | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Chakjalahir | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Bhadohir | West | 2.59 km |
| Gidhipahari | East | 2.95 km |
| Tarni | West | 3.04 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tikapara
Public transport in the Tikapara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dumka, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Tikapara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikapara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tikapara
Where is Tikapara located?
Tikapara village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikapara is Banskuli.
What is the pincode of Tikapara?
The pincode of Tikapara is 814148.