Tihuda - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Tihuda is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tandikula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tihuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tihuda is 398354. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tihuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tihuda
According to the 2011 Census, Tihuda village had a total population of 375 people, including 200 males and 175 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.37%, with male literacy at 92.97% and female literacy at 83.02%.
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 | 375 | 200 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 172 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 28 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Tihuda
Tihuda 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 Tihuda
Tihuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jagatsinghapur to Tihuda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tihuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tihuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tihuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tihuda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tihuda
Where is Tihuda located?
Tihuda village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tihuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tihuda is Tandikula.
What is the pincode of Tihuda?
The pincode of Tihuda is 754119.
What is the population of Tihuda?
Tihuda had a total population of 375, including 200 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Tihuda?
Tihuda had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tihuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tihuda was 88.37%. Male literacy was 92.97% and female literacy was 83.02%.