Tilakapanga - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Tilakapanga is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Nuagaon and around 97 km from Phulbani. Sainpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakapanga is 416844. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Tilakapanga 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 Tilakapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakapanga village had a total population of 205 people, including 93 males and 112 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.96%, with male literacy at 77.91% and female literacy at 46.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 205 | 93 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 70 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 26 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakapanga
Tilakapanga 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 Tilakapanga
Tilakapanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Tilakapanga is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tilakapanga is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilakapanga
Where is Tilakapanga located?
Tilakapanga village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakapanga is Sainpada.
What is the pincode of Tilakapanga?
The pincode of Tilakapanga is 762102.
What is the population of Tilakapanga?
Tilakapanga had a total population of 205, including 93 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Tilakapanga?
Tilakapanga had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakapanga was 60.96%. Male literacy was 77.91% and female literacy was 46.53%.