Tilka - Colonelganj, Gonda
Tilka is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Tilka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilka is 174815. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.38 hectares and falls under the 271122 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Tilka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilka
According to the 2011 Census, Tilka village had a total population of 3,610 people, including 1,968 males and 1,642 females, living in 590 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.16%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 53.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327.
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 | 3,610 | 1,968 | 1,642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 345 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 180 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,065 | 1,342 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,545 | 626 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Tilka
Tilka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Maholiya | South | 1.31 km |
| Gandahi | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Bhansaha | North | 2.10 km |
| Lalpur | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Chaya Purwa | North | 2.23 km |
| Babupur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Raipur Fakir | East | 2.44 km |
| Ranjeetpur | West | 2.57 km |
| Pure Bahori | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Shree Jot | North-East | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tilka. The nearest railway station is Kathola, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Tilka is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Tilka is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tilka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilka 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 Tilka
Where is Tilka located?
Tilka village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilka?
Tilka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilka?
The pincode of Tilka is 271122.
What is the population of Tilka?
Tilka had a total population of 3,610, including 1,968 males and 1,642 females.
How many households are there in Tilka?
Tilka had 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilka was 69.16%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 53.04%.