Tilai - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Tilai is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Beerampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilai is 458450. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.12 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tilai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tilai
According to the 2011 Census, Tilai village had a total population of 369 people, including 190 males and 179 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.20%, with male literacy at 61.81% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 369 | 190 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 89 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 101 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Tilai
Tilai 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 Tilai
Tilai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxwaha to Tilai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Tilai is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilai 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 Tilai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilai
Where is Tilai located?
Tilai village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tilai?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilai is Beerampura.
What is the pincode of Tilai?
The pincode of Tilai is 471318.
What is the population of Tilai?
Tilai had a total population of 369, including 190 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Tilai?
Tilai had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilai was 55.20%. Male literacy was 61.81% and female literacy was 48.15%.