Tikarpoda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Tikarpoda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from Jodamba and around 130 km from Malkangiri . Andrapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarpoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarpoda is 430775. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tikarpoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikarpoda
As per Census 2011, Tikarpoda village has a total population of 37 people, consisting of 15 males and 22 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,466 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikarpoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarpoda
Tikarpoda 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 Tikarpoda
Tikarpoda 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 Balimela to Tikarpoda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tikarpoda is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarpoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarpoda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikarpoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarpoda 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 Tikarpoda
Where is Tikarpoda located?
Tikarpoda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikarpoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarpoda is Andrapalli.
What is the pincode of Tikarpoda?
The pincode of Tikarpoda is 764052.
What is the population of Tikarpoda?
Tikarpoda has a total population of 37, including 15 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Tikarpoda?
There are 9 households in Tikarpoda.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarpoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarpoda is 24.32%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 18.18%.