Teliapara - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Teliapara is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 63.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teliapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teliapara is 310706. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.85 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Teliapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teliapara
According to the 2011 Census, Teliapara village had a total population of 245 people, including 131 males and 114 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.59%, with male literacy at 67.62% and female literacy at 71.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 245 | 131 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 60 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Teliapara
Teliapara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Teliapara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Teliapara. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Teliapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Teliapara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Teliapara is about 63.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teliapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teliapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teliapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teliapara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Teliapara
Where is Teliapara located?
Teliapara village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Teliapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Teliapara is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Teliapara?
The pincode of Teliapara is 733124.
What is the population of Teliapara?
Teliapara had a total population of 245, including 131 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Teliapara?
Teliapara had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teliapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teliapara was 69.59%. Male literacy was 67.62% and female literacy was 71.91%.