Tikara Maheshpuri - Shahpura, Dindori
Tikara Maheshpuri is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Chhirpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikara Maheshpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikara Maheshpuri is 491823. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.57 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tikara Maheshpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tikara Maheshpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Tikara Maheshpuri village had a total population of 325 people, including 154 males and 171 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.17%, with male literacy at 54.69% and female literacy at 35.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 316.
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 | 325 | 154 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 26 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 150 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 70 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 84 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Tikara Maheshpuri
Tikara Maheshpuri 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 Tikara Maheshpuri
Public transport in the Tikara Maheshpuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shahpura to Tikara Maheshpuri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Tikara Maheshpuri is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikara Maheshpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikara Maheshpuri 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 Tikara Maheshpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikara Maheshpuri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikara Maheshpuri
Where is Tikara Maheshpuri located?
Tikara Maheshpuri village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tikara Maheshpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikara Maheshpuri is Chhirpani.
What is the pincode of Tikara Maheshpuri?
The pincode of Tikara Maheshpuri is 481990.
What is the population of Tikara Maheshpuri?
Tikara Maheshpuri had a total population of 325, including 154 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Tikara Maheshpuri?
Tikara Maheshpuri had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikara Maheshpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikara Maheshpuri was 45.17%. Male literacy was 54.69% and female literacy was 35.88%.