Tikarapara - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Tikarapara is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girligumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarapara is 428413. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tikarapara 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 Tikarapara
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarapara village had a total population of 261 people, including 118 males and 143 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.75%, with male literacy at 0.96% and female literacy at 2.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 257.
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 | 261 | 118 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 117 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 117 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarapara
Tikarapara 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 Tikarapara
Tikarapara 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Tikarapara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tikarapara is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikarapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarapara 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 Tikarapara
Where is Tikarapara located?
Tikarapara village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tikarapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarapara is Girligumma.
What is the pincode of Tikarapara?
The pincode of Tikarapara is 764028.
What is the population of Tikarapara?
Tikarapara had a total population of 261, including 118 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Tikarapara?
Tikarapara had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarapara was 1.75%. Male literacy was 0.96% and female literacy was 2.40%.