Tikri - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Tikri is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Tikri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikri is 490518. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.66 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tikri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikri
As per Census 2011, Tikri village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 383 males and 338 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 383 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 53 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 305 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 78 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Tikri
Tikri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaliya | South | 1.22 km |
| Kamta | East | 2.15 km |
| Batori | North | 2.25 km |
| Mungli | West | 2.60 km |
| Bamhnoda | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Gohchar | East | 3.39 km |
| Manegaon | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Baglai | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Raja Kachhar | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Akhibada | North | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tikri
Tikri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karak Bel, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Tikri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Tikri is about 30 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 Tikri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tikri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikri 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 Tikri
Where is Tikri located?
Tikri village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikri?
Tikri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tikri?
The pincode of Tikri is 487118.
What is the population of Tikri?
Tikri has a total population of 721, including 383 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Tikri?
There are 159 households in Tikri.
What is the literacy rate in Tikri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikri is 77.39%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 74.85%.