Talliguri - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Talliguri is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 38.8 km from Ghughumari and around 8.9 km from Cooch Behar. Dauaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talliguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talliguri is 308070. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.22 hectares and falls under the 736156 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talliguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talliguri
According to the 2011 Census, Talliguri village had a total population of 3,372 people, including 1,749 males and 1,623 females, living in 850 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.81%, with male literacy at 84.79% and female literacy at 74.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,774.
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 | 3,372 | 1,749 | 1,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 197 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,774 | 921 | 853 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,419 | 1,316 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 433 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Talliguri
Talliguri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalua Dasgir | North | 1.80 km |
| Gayergari | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Ghargharia Dwitia Khanda | South | 2.31 km |
| Purba Phalimari | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Dauaguri | West | 2.77 km |
| Maradanga | East | 2.79 km |
| Kunidanga | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Soladanga Dwitia Khanda | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Dakshin Ambari | West | 3.87 km |
| Chaudanga | North | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talliguri
Talliguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maradanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Talliguri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Talliguri is about 8.9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talliguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talliguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talliguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talliguri 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 Talliguri
Where is Talliguri located?
Talliguri village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talliguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Talliguri is Dauaguri.
What is the pincode of Talliguri?
The pincode of Talliguri is 736156.
What is the population of Talliguri?
Talliguri had a total population of 3,372, including 1,749 males and 1,623 females.
How many households are there in Talliguri?
Talliguri had 850 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talliguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talliguri was 79.81%. Male literacy was 84.79% and female literacy was 74.58%.