Tikaraguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Tikaraguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Th.rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikaraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikaraguda is 424411. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Tikaraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikaraguda
As per Census 2011, Tikaraguda village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 76 males and 70 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikaraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 49 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 27 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Tikaraguda
Tikaraguda 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 Tikaraguda
Public transport in the Tikaraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tikaraguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Tikaraguda is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikaraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikaraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikaraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikaraguda 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 Tikaraguda
Where is Tikaraguda located?
Tikaraguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikaraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikaraguda is Th.rampur.
What is the pincode of Tikaraguda?
The pincode of Tikaraguda is 766037.
What is the population of Tikaraguda?
Tikaraguda has a total population of 146, including 76 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Tikaraguda?
There are 41 households in Tikaraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Tikaraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikaraguda is 44.52%. Male literacy is 64.47% and female literacy is 22.86%.