Tila Kalan - Gairatganj, Raisen
Tila Kalan is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Badher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tila Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tila Kalan is 483864. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.21 hectares and falls under the 464573 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tila Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tila Kalan
As per Census 2011, Tila Kalan village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 163 males and 129 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tila Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 163 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 103 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 60 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Tila Kalan
Tila Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajhadi | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Amkheda | North | 2.07 km |
| Semrajerghati | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Chandpur | South | 2.99 km |
| Darganva | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Baber | West | 3.49 km |
| Sukarra | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Badher | West | 3.72 km |
| Shahpura | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Berkhedi | North | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tila Kalan
Tila Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sorai, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| 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 Gairatganj to Tila Kalan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Tila Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tila Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tila Kalan 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 Tila Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tila Kalan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tila Kalan
Where is Tila Kalan located?
Tila Kalan village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tila Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tila Kalan is Badher.
What is the pincode of Tila Kalan?
The pincode of Tila Kalan is 464573.
What is the population of Tila Kalan?
Tila Kalan has a total population of 292, including 163 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Tila Kalan?
There are 65 households in Tila Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Tila Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tila Kalan is 54.79%. Male literacy is 63.19% and female literacy is 44.19%.