Tikaita - Raniganj, Pratapgarh
Tikaita is a village situated in the Raniganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raniganj and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Rishalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikaita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikaita is 159838. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.61 hectares and falls under the 230304 pincode. Pratapgarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Tikaita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikaita
According to the 2011 Census, Tikaita village had a total population of 606 people, including 310 males and 296 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.20%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 57.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 606 | 310 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 209 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 101 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Tikaita
Tikaita 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 Tikaita
Tikaita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tikaita.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratapgarh to Tikaita is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Tikaita is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikaita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikaita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tikaita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikaita 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 Tikaita
Where is Tikaita located?
Tikaita village is located in Raniganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tikaita?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikaita is Rishalgarh.
What is the pincode of Tikaita?
The pincode of Tikaita is 230304.
What is the population of Tikaita?
Tikaita had a total population of 606, including 310 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Tikaita?
Tikaita had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikaita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikaita was 70.20%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 57.72%.