Totopara - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Totopara is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.5 km from Madarihat and around 93.8 km from Jalpaiguri . Totopara Ballalguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Totopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Totopara is 307087. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.1 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Totopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Totopara
As per Census 2011, Totopara village has a total population of 2,960 people, consisting of 1,568 males and 1,392 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,486 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,904 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Totopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | 1,568 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 218 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,904 | 999 | 905 |
| Literate Population | 1,486 | 936 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 632 | 842 |
Nearby Villages of Totopara
Totopara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Titi Forest | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Dalsingpara Tea Garden | South-East | 7.30 km |
| Tosra Tea Garden | East | 7.38 km |
| Holapara Forest | South | 8.46 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | South | 9.28 km |
| Garganda Tea Garden | South-West | 10.38 km |
| Lankapara Tea Garden | South-West | 10.87 km |
| Hantupara Tea Garden | South-West | 11.29 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | South-East | 11.53 km |
| Malangi Tea Garden | South | 11.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Totopara
Totopara 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 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Falakata to Totopara is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Totopara is about 93.8 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 Totopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Totopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Totopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Totopara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Totopara
Where is Totopara located?
Totopara village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Totopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Totopara is Totopara Ballalguri.
What is the pincode of Totopara?
The pincode of Totopara is 735220.
What is the population of Totopara?
Totopara has a total population of 2,960, including 1,568 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Totopara?
There are 624 households in Totopara.
What is the literacy rate in Totopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Totopara is 50.20%. Male literacy is 59.69% and female literacy is 39.51%.