Tikat - Deosar, Singrauli
Tikat is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kusedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikat is 503758. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.96 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Tikat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikat
As per Census 2011, Tikat village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 272 males and 257 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 350 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 272 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 178 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 149 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 123 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Tikat
Tikat 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 Tikat
Tikat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Tikat is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikat 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 Tikat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikat
Where is Tikat located?
Tikat village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikat?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikat is Kusedi.
What is the pincode of Tikat?
The pincode of Tikat is 486886.
What is the population of Tikat?
Tikat has a total population of 529, including 272 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Tikat?
There are 99 households in Tikat.
What is the literacy rate in Tikat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikat is 47.26%. Male literacy is 54.78% and female literacy is 39.30%.