Tilkhan - Sirmour, Rewa
Tilkhan is a village situated in the Sirmour tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirmour and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Tilkhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilkhan is 465465. The village covers a total geographical area of 732 hectares and falls under the 486441 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Tilkhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilkhan
As per Census 2011, Tilkhan village has a total population of 6,112 people, consisting of 3,195 males and 2,917 females. The village has 1,280 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 796 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,177 literate and 1,935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilkhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,112 | 3,195 | 2,917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 433 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 325 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,102 | 574 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 4,177 | 2,412 | 1,765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,935 | 783 | 1,152 |
Nearby Villages of Tilkhan
Tilkhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rimari | West | 1.73 km |
| Jokaha | North | 2.35 km |
| Guhiya | South | 2.36 km |
| Tendun | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Bedhauwa | South | 3.48 km |
| Bhatigawan | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Bagdha Dubey | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Mado | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Tata | North | 3.81 km |
| Paipkhara | South-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilkhan
Tilkhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rewa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Baikunthpur to Tilkhan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Tilkhan is about 28 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 Tilkhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilkhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilkhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilkhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilkhan
Where is Tilkhan located?
Tilkhan village is located in Sirmour Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilkhan?
Tilkhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilkhan?
The pincode of Tilkhan is 486441.
What is the population of Tilkhan?
Tilkhan has a total population of 6,112, including 3,195 males and 2,917 females.
How many households are there in Tilkhan?
There are 1,280 households in Tilkhan.
What is the literacy rate in Tilkhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilkhan is 68.34%. Male literacy is 75.49% and female literacy is 60.51%.