Thikrabenapur - Jaleswar, Balasore
Thikrabenapur is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jaleswar and around 58 km from Baleshwar. Sikharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thikrabenapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thikrabenapur is 391464. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 756087 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Thikrabenapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thikrabenapur
According to the 2011 Census, Thikrabenapur village had a total population of 98 people, including 54 males and 44 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.24%, with male literacy at 65.31% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Thikrabenapur
Thikrabenapur 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 Thikrabenapur
Thikrabenapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thikrabenapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Thikrabenapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Thikrabenapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thikrabenapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thikrabenapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thikrabenapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thikrabenapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thikrabenapur
Where is Thikrabenapur located?
Thikrabenapur village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thikrabenapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thikrabenapur is Sikharpur.
What is the pincode of Thikrabenapur?
The pincode of Thikrabenapur is 756087.
What is the population of Thikrabenapur?
Thikrabenapur had a total population of 98, including 54 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Thikrabenapur?
Thikrabenapur had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thikrabenapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thikrabenapur was 58.24%. Male literacy was 65.31% and female literacy was 50.00%.