Tilakipada - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Tilakipada is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakipada is 416588. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Tilakipada 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 Tilakipada
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakipada village had a total population of 87 people, including 38 males and 49 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,289 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.43%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 2.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 87 | 38 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 36 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakipada
Tilakipada 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 Tilakipada
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Tilakipada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Tilakipada is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tilakipada is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakipada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakipada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilakipada
Where is Tilakipada located?
Tilakipada village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tilakipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakipada is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Tilakipada?
The pincode of Tilakipada is 762110.
What is the population of Tilakipada?
Tilakipada had a total population of 87, including 38 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Tilakipada?
Tilakipada had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakipada was 13.43%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 2.56%.