Tikhampur - Ballia
Tikhampur is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Tikhampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikhampur is 199051. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.37 hectares and falls under the 277001 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Tikhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikhampur
As per Census 2011, Tikhampur village has a total population of 4,129 people, consisting of 2,205 males and 1,924 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,514 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikhampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,129 | 2,205 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 209 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 82 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 3,514 | 1,930 | 1,584 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 275 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Tikhampur
Tikhampur 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 Tikhampur
Tikhampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Tikhampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Tikhampur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikhampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tikhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikhampur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tikhampur
Where is Tikhampur located?
Tikhampur village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikhampur?
Tikhampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tikhampur?
The pincode of Tikhampur is 277001.
What is the population of Tikhampur?
Tikhampur has a total population of 4,129, including 2,205 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Tikhampur?
There are 697 households in Tikhampur.
What is the literacy rate in Tikhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikhampur is 85.11%. Male literacy is 87.53% and female literacy is 82.33%.