Tilakpur - Derabish, Kendrapara
Tilakpur is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Golarahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakpur is 396653. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tilakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakpur village had a total population of 279 people, including 133 males and 146 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.72%, with male literacy at 96.80% and female literacy at 82.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 279 | 133 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 121 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 12 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakpur
Tilakpur 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 Tilakpur
Public transport in the Tilakpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tilakpur.
| 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 Kendrapara to Tilakpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Tilakpur is about 10 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 Tilakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tilakpur
Where is Tilakpur located?
Tilakpur village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakpur is Golarahat.
What is the pincode of Tilakpur?
The pincode of Tilakpur is 754289.
What is the population of Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had a total population of 279, including 133 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakpur was 89.72%. Male literacy was 96.80% and female literacy was 82.81%.