Tilakapada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Tilakapada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Titrapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakapada is 415621. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tilakapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilakapada
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakapada village had a total population of 207 people, including 107 males and 100 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.14%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 69.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 207 | 107 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 84 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 23 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakapada
Tilakapada 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 Tilakapada
Tilakapada 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tilakapada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tilakapada is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakapada 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakapada 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 Tilakapada
Where is Tilakapada located?
Tilakapada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakapada is Titrapanga.
What is the pincode of Tilakapada?
The pincode of Tilakapada is 762029.
What is the population of Tilakapada?
Tilakapada had a total population of 207, including 107 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Tilakapada?
Tilakapada had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakapada was 83.14%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 69.41%.