Tikashi
Tikashi is a village located in Khejuri I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Kamardabazar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tikashi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tikashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tikashi unique in its vibrant Khejuri I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Tikashi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tikashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tikashi is 345935. The village spans a total geographical area of 956.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721430. Contai is nearest town to Tikashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Tikashi
Population of Tikashi
According to the 2011 Census, Tikashi has a total population of about 10,505, with approximately 5,365 males and 5,140 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 364 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.38%, with male literacy at about 84.45% and female literacy near 78.17%. There are around 2,137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tikashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,505 | 5,365 | 5,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,164 | 635 | 529 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 181 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 8,549 | 4,531 | 4,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,956 | 834 | 1,122 |
Connectivity of Tikashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tikashi. As per the 2011 stats, Tikashi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tikashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Tikashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tikashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tikashi
- Where is Tikashi located?
- Tikashi village is situated in Khejuri I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tikashi?
- Tikashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tikashi?
- The pincode of Tikashi is 721430, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tikashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tikashi is 10,505, with 5,365 males and 5,140 females.
- How many households are there in Tikashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tikashi village has a total of 2,137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tikashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tikashi is 81.38%. The male literacy rate is 84.45%, while the female literacy rate is 78.17%.