Tikarapada - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Tikarapada is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raruan and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Baidyanath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarapada is 388659. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikarapada
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarapada village had a total population of 173 people, including 83 males and 90 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.48%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 61.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 21 | 44 |
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
Tikarapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karanjia to Tikarapada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Tikarapada is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tikarapada
Where is Tikarapada located?
Tikarapada village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tikarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarapada is Baidyanath.
What is the pincode of Tikarapada?
The pincode of Tikarapada is 757035.
What is the population of Tikarapada?
Tikarapada had a total population of 173, including 83 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Tikarapada?
Tikarapada had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarapada was 74.48%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 61.33%.