Tichhini - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Tichhini is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tichhini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tichhini is 410175. The village covers a total geographical area of 628 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Tichhini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tichhini
According to the 2011 Census, Tichhini village had a total population of 1,176 people, including 591 males and 585 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 65.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,176 | 591 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 453 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 138 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Tichhini
Tichhini 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 Tichhini
Tichhini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Tichhini is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Tichhini is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tichhini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tichhini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tichhini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tichhini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tichhini
Where is Tichhini located?
Tichhini village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tichhini?
The Gram Panchayat of Tichhini is Alanda.
What is the pincode of Tichhini?
The pincode of Tichhini is 752032.
What is the population of Tichhini?
Tichhini had a total population of 1,176, including 591 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Tichhini?
Tichhini had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tichhini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tichhini was 76.67%. Male literacy was 88.30% and female literacy was 65.19%.