Tilakpur - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Tilakpur is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Digghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakpur is 369342. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.89 hectares and falls under the 814153 pincode.
Tilakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tilakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakpur village had a total population of 576 people, including 279 males and 297 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.52%, with male literacy at 92.51% and female literacy at 55.92%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 279 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 210 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 69 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakpur
Tilakpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tilakpur
Tilakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Tilakpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tilakpur
Where is Tilakpur located?
Tilakpur village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tilakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakpur is Digghi.
What is the pincode of Tilakpur?
The pincode of Tilakpur is 814153.
What is the population of Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had a total population of 576, including 279 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakpur was 73.52%. Male literacy was 92.51% and female literacy was 55.92%.