Tilakpadi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Tilakpadi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakpadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakpadi is 416453. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tilakpadi 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 Tilakpadi
As per Census 2011, Tilakpadi village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 139 males and 135 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilakpadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 135 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 97 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 42 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakpadi
Tilakpadi 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 Tilakpadi
Public transport in the Tilakpadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tilakpadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tilakpadi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tilakpadi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakpadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakpadi 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 Tilakpadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakpadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilakpadi
Where is Tilakpadi located?
Tilakpadi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakpadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakpadi is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Tilakpadi?
The pincode of Tilakpadi is 762011.
What is the population of Tilakpadi?
Tilakpadi has a total population of 274, including 139 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Tilakpadi?
There are 59 households in Tilakpadi.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakpadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakpadi is 50.36%. Male literacy is 69.78% and female literacy is 30.37%.