Tikaraguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Tikaraguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikaraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikaraguda is 425456. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tikaraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikaraguda
As per Census 2011, Tikaraguda village has a total population of 37 people, consisting of 18 males and 19 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikaraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 12 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Tikaraguda
Tikaraguda 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 Tikaraguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tikaraguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunupur to Tikaraguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Tikaraguda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikaraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikaraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikaraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikaraguda 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 Tikaraguda
Where is Tikaraguda located?
Tikaraguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikaraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikaraguda is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Tikaraguda?
The pincode of Tikaraguda is 765019.
What is the population of Tikaraguda?
Tikaraguda has a total population of 37, including 18 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Tikaraguda?
There are 10 households in Tikaraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Tikaraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikaraguda is 18.92%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 5.26%.