Tikara - Bindki, Fatehpur
Tikara is a village situated in the Bindki tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bindki and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Tikara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikara is 156134. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.22 hectares and falls under the 212657 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Tikara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahanabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikara
As per Census 2011, Tikara village has a total population of 2,064 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 961 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,331 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,064 | 1,103 | 961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 445 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,331 | 812 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 291 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Tikara
Tikara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rusi | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Delemau | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Karchalpur | East | 2.64 km |
| Kharauli | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Murarpur | South | 3.09 km |
| Parsadepur | North | 3.14 km |
| Chaknadi | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Rasulpur | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Mayaram Khera | East | 3.41 km |
| Dewmai | South-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tikara
Tikara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aung, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur to Tikara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Tikara is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tikara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikara
Where is Tikara located?
Tikara village is located in Bindki Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikara?
Tikara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tikara?
The pincode of Tikara is 212657.
What is the population of Tikara?
Tikara has a total population of 2,064, including 1,103 males and 961 females.
How many households are there in Tikara?
There are 370 households in Tikara.
What is the literacy rate in Tikara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikara is 64.49%. Male literacy is 73.62% and female literacy is 54.01%.