Tikarapada - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Tikarapada is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from Chitrakonda and around 107 km from Malkangiri . Nakamamudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarapada is 430589. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Tikarapada 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 Tikarapada
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarapada village had a total population of 200 people, including 98 males and 102 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.00%, with male literacy at 8.33% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 92 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarapada
Tikarapada 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 Tikarapada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tikarapada.
| 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 Tikarapada is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tikarapada 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 Tikarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarapada 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 Tikarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarapada 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 Tikarapada
Where is Tikarapada located?
Tikarapada village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarapada is Nakamamudi.
What is the pincode of Tikarapada?
The pincode of Tikarapada is 764052.
What is the population of Tikarapada?
Tikarapada had a total population of 200, including 98 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Tikarapada?
Tikarapada had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarapada was 4.00%. Male literacy was 8.33% and female literacy was 0.00%.