Tikarpara - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Tikarpara is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kapalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarpara is 428736. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Tikarpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikarpara
As per Census 2011, Tikarpara village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 203 males and 222 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 424 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikarpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 203 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 203 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 182 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarpara
Tikarpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbhariput | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Kupakhal | East | 2.16 km |
| Janjeri | North | 2.18 km |
| Kutrabeda | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Gulumiguda | North | 2.43 km |
| Giringikhal | East | 2.99 km |
| Kataguda | East | 3.14 km |
| Mahaguda | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Machhapadar | North | 3.53 km |
| Partingi | South-East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tikarpara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tikarpara. The nearest railway station is Laxmipur Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Koraput to Tikarpara is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tikarpara is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarpara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tikarpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarpara 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 Tikarpara
Where is Tikarpara located?
Tikarpara village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikarpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarpara is Kapalada.
What is the pincode of Tikarpara?
The pincode of Tikarpara is 764027.
What is the population of Tikarpara?
Tikarpara has a total population of 425, including 203 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Tikarpara?
There are 83 households in Tikarpara.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarpara is 10.59%. Male literacy is 10.34% and female literacy is 10.81%.