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
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarpoda village had a total population of 37 people, including 15 males and 22 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,467 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.14%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 23.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 37, including 15 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Tikarpoda?
Tikarpoda had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarpoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarpoda was 32.14%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 23.53%.