Chhota Turigram - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Chhota Turigram is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 33.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Daspalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Turigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Turigram is 316672. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.93 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chhota Turigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Turigram
As per Census 2011, Chhota Turigram village has a total population of 3,976 people, consisting of 2,047 males and 1,929 females. The village has 937 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 676 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,155 literate and 1,821 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Turigram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,976 | 2,047 | 1,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 676 | 346 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 2,155 | 1,230 | 925 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,821 | 817 | 1,004 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Turigram
Chhota Turigram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbba Panchberia | West | 0.81 km |
| Tilpara | East | 1.02 km |
| Arjuni | East | 1.52 km |
| Radhanagar | South | 1.57 km |
| Kusumi | North | 1.74 km |
| Chaulja | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Akuni | East | 2.06 km |
| Sipura | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Barutia | South | 2.62 km |
| Pandulia | North | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Turigram
Chhota Turigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadadharpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sainthia to Chhota Turigram is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Chhota Turigram is about 33.9 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 Chhota Turigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Turigram 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhota Turigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Turigram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Turigram
Where is Chhota Turigram located?
Chhota Turigram village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Turigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Turigram is Daspalsa.
What is the pincode of Chhota Turigram?
The pincode of Chhota Turigram is 731213.
What is the population of Chhota Turigram?
Chhota Turigram has a total population of 3,976, including 2,047 males and 1,929 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Turigram?
There are 937 households in Chhota Turigram.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Turigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Turigram is 54.20%. Male literacy is 60.09% and female literacy is 47.95%.