Tikrapada - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Tikrapada is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikrapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikrapada is 422688. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Tikrapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikrapada
According to the 2011 Census, Tikrapada village had a total population of 70 people, including 37 males and 33 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.48%, with male literacy at 8.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 34 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Tikrapada
Tikrapada 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 Tikrapada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tikrapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Tikrapada is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Tikrapada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikrapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikrapada 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 Tikrapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikrapada 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 Tikrapada
Where is Tikrapada located?
Tikrapada village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tikrapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikrapada is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Tikrapada?
The pincode of Tikrapada is 766102.
What is the population of Tikrapada?
Tikrapada had a total population of 70, including 37 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Tikrapada?
Tikrapada had 18 households.