Tilakana
Tilakana is a village located in Nemalo tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Nemalo (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Tilakana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tilakana unique in its vibrant Nemalo-Cuttack region. You’ll see Tilakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tilakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tilakana is 399815. The village spans a total geographical area of 252 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754293. Cuttack is nearest town to Tilakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tilakana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Cuttack Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tilakana
Population of Tilakana
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakana has a total population of about 711, with approximately 351 males and 360 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.89%, with male literacy at about 86.04% and female literacy near 73.89%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tilakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 711 | 351 | 360 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 568 | 302 | 266 |
Illiterate Population | 143 | 49 | 94 |
Connectivity of Tilakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tilakana. As per the 2011 stats, Tilakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tilakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Tilakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tilakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tilakana
- Where is Tilakana located?
- Tilakana village is situated in Nemalo Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tilakana?
- Tilakana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tilakana?
- The pincode of Tilakana is 754293, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tilakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tilakana is 711, with 351 males and 360 females.
- How many households are there in Tilakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tilakana village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tilakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tilakana is 79.89%. The male literacy rate is 86.04%, while the female literacy rate is 73.89%.