Tikarabaju - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Tikarabaju is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarabaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarabaju is 416597. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Tikarabaju 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 Tikarabaju
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarabaju village had a total population of 459 people, including 227 males and 232 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.16%, with male literacy at 66.86% and female literacy at 32.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 459 | 227 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 210 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 117 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 110 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarabaju
Tikarabaju 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 Tikarabaju
Public transport in the Tikarabaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tikarabaju is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tikarabaju is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarabaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarabaju 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tikarabaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarabaju 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikarabaju
Where is Tikarabaju located?
Tikarabaju village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikarabaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarabaju is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Tikarabaju?
The pincode of Tikarabaju is 762110.
What is the population of Tikarabaju?
Tikarabaju had a total population of 459, including 227 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Tikarabaju?
Tikarabaju had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarabaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarabaju was 49.16%. Male literacy was 66.86% and female literacy was 32.04%.