Tikarpada - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Tikarpada is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Karkachia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarpada is 390916. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tikarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikarpada
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarpada village had a total population of 390 people, including 203 males and 187 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.00%, with male literacy at 78.86% and female literacy at 42.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 388.
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 | 390 | 203 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 201 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 138 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 65 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarpada
Tikarpada 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 Tikarpada
Tikarpada 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Tikarpada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Tikarpada is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tikarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikarpada
Where is Tikarpada located?
Tikarpada village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tikarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarpada is Karkachia.
What is the pincode of Tikarpada?
The pincode of Tikarpada is 757019.
What is the population of Tikarpada?
Tikarpada had a total population of 390, including 203 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Tikarpada?
Tikarpada had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarpada was 61.00%. Male literacy was 78.86% and female literacy was 42.17%.