Titi Forest - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Titi Forest is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.7 km from Madarihat and around 95.3 km from Jalpaiguri . Totopara Ballalguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Titi Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Titi Forest is 307086. The village covers a total geographical area of 3122.12 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Titi Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Titi Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Titi Forest village had a total population of 38 people, including 24 males and 14 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 583 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.14%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Titi Forest
Titi Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Holapara Forest | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Garganda Tea Garden | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Totopara | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Hantupara Tea Garden | South | 6.09 km |
| Lankapara Tea Garden | West | 6.40 km |
| Dumchipara Tea Garden | South-West | 7.56 km |
| Uttar Khairbari | South | 8.01 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | South-East | 8.19 km |
| Dalsingpara Tea Garden | East | 8.50 km |
| Purba Khairbari | South | 8.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Titi Forest
Titi Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hasimara, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairkata to Titi Forest is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Titi Forest is about 95.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Titi Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Titi Forest 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 Titi Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Titi Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Titi Forest
Where is Titi Forest located?
Titi Forest village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Titi Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Titi Forest is Totopara Ballalguri.
What is the pincode of Titi Forest?
The pincode of Titi Forest is 735220.
What is the population of Titi Forest?
Titi Forest had a total population of 38, including 24 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Titi Forest?
Titi Forest had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Titi Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Titi Forest was 97.14%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 100.00%.