Tikuri - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Tikuri is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Sitarganj and around 65 km from Rudrapur. Tukari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikuri is 056160. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.54 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tikuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikuri
As per Census 2011, Tikuri village has a total population of 2,527 people, consisting of 1,252 males and 1,275 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,542 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,527 | 1,252 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 186 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 543 | 272 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 887 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 365 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Tikuri
Tikuri 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 Tikuri
Tikuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Tikuri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Tikuri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikuri 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 Tikuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikuri
Where is Tikuri located?
Tikuri village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikuri is Tukari.
What is the pincode of Tikuri?
The pincode of Tikuri is 262311.
What is the population of Tikuri?
Tikuri has a total population of 2,527, including 1,252 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Tikuri?
There are 440 households in Tikuri.
What is the literacy rate in Tikuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikuri is 61.02%. Male literacy is 70.85% and female literacy is 51.37%.