Tilkapanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Tilkapanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from Gochhapada and around 58 km from Phulbani. Pahireju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilkapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilkapanga is 415291. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Tilkapanga 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 Tilkapanga
As per Census 2011, Tilkapanga village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 126 males and 144 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilkapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 126 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 31 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 89 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 84 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Tilkapanga
Tilkapanga 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 Tilkapanga
Tilkapanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tilkapanga is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tilkapanga is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilkapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilkapanga 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 Tilkapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilkapanga 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 Tilkapanga
Where is Tilkapanga located?
Tilkapanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilkapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilkapanga is Pahireju.
What is the pincode of Tilkapanga?
The pincode of Tilkapanga is 762002.
What is the population of Tilkapanga?
Tilkapanga has a total population of 270, including 126 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Tilkapanga?
There are 63 households in Tilkapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Tilkapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilkapanga is 26.30%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 20.14%.