Tidragan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Tidragan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tidragan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tidragan is 416489. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Tidragan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tidragan
As per Census 2011, Tidragan village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 31 males and 29 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tidragan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 30 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Tidragan
Tidragan 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 Tidragan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tidragan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Tidragan is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tidragan is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tidragan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tidragan 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 Tidragan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tidragan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tidragan
Where is Tidragan located?
Tidragan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tidragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tidragan is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Tidragan?
The pincode of Tidragan is 762110.
What is the population of Tidragan?
Tidragan has a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Tidragan?
There are 13 households in Tidragan.
What is the literacy rate in Tidragan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tidragan is 3.33%. Male literacy is 3.23% and female literacy is 3.45%.