Tikarapada - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Tikarapada is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Buguda and around 120 km from Chatrapur. Ambapua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarapada is 410381. The village covers a total geographical area of 933 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tikarapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikarapada
As per Census 2011, Tikarapada village has a total population of 1,629 people, consisting of 834 males and 795 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,026 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikarapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 834 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 113 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 578 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 256 | 347 |
Transport and Connectivity of Tikarapada
Tikarapada 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 5-10 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 Bhanjanagar to Tikarapada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Tikarapada is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarapada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tikarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikarapada
Where is Tikarapada located?
Tikarapada village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarapada is Ambapua.
What is the pincode of Tikarapada?
The pincode of Tikarapada is 761118.
What is the population of Tikarapada?
Tikarapada has a total population of 1,629, including 834 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Tikarapada?
There are 319 households in Tikarapada.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarapada is 62.98%. Male literacy is 69.30% and female literacy is 56.35%.