Tikarapadar - Kashipur, Rayagada
Tikarapadar is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikarapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikarapadar is 425804. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Tikarapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikarapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Tikarapadar village had a total population of 249 people, including 120 males and 129 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.21%, with male literacy at 50.55% and female literacy at 11.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 249 | 120 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 80 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 46 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 74 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Tikarapadar
Tikarapadar 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 Tikarapadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tikarapadar.
| 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 Rayagada to Tikarapadar is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikarapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikarapadar 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 Tikarapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikarapadar 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 Tikarapadar
Where is Tikarapadar located?
Tikarapadar village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikarapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikarapadar is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Tikarapadar?
The pincode of Tikarapadar is 765015.
What is the population of Tikarapadar?
Tikarapadar had a total population of 249, including 120 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Tikarapadar?
Tikarapadar had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikarapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikarapadar was 30.21%. Male literacy was 50.55% and female literacy was 11.88%.