Tilanga - Derabish, Kendrapara
Tilanga is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Narasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilanga is 396631. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 754208 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tilanga 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 Tilanga
As per Census 2011, Tilanga village has a total population of 1,424 people, consisting of 709 males and 715 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,129 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 709 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 151 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 584 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 125 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Tilanga
Tilanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasinghpur | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Baghalo | East | 1.20 km |
| Itamundali | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Endar | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Haladia | North | 1.78 km |
| Raghudaspur | East | 1.82 km |
| Mundilo | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Narijanga | West | 2.11 km |
| Goudgop | West | 2.17 km |
| Sindhupur | North-West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilanga
Tilanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhanmandal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| 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 Kendrapara to Tilanga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Tilanga is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tilanga
Where is Tilanga located?
Tilanga village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilanga is Narasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Tilanga?
The pincode of Tilanga is 754208.
What is the population of Tilanga?
Tilanga has a total population of 1,424, including 709 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Tilanga?
There are 370 households in Tilanga.
What is the literacy rate in Tilanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilanga is 79.28%. Male literacy is 82.37% and female literacy is 76.22%.