Tilna - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Tilna is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 46.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilna is 310635. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.54 hectares and falls under the 733142 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Tilna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilna
As per Census 2011, Tilna village has a total population of 1,514 people, consisting of 772 males and 742 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 999 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,514 | 772 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,194 | 612 | 582 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 999 | 581 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 191 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Tilna
Tilna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burinagar | South | 1.31 km |
| Nandanpur | North | 1.41 km |
| Sahanali | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Jaypur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Mahasura | South | 1.89 km |
| Bikair | West | 2.01 km |
| Sayrapur | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Bishrail | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Bhaktipur | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Tholahar | South | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilna
Tilna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| 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 Tilna is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Tilna is about 46.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilna
Where is Tilna located?
Tilna village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilna?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilna is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Tilna?
The pincode of Tilna is 733142.
What is the population of Tilna?
Tilna has a total population of 1,514, including 772 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Tilna?
There are 332 households in Tilna.
What is the literacy rate in Tilna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilna is 65.98%. Male literacy is 75.26% and female literacy is 56.33%.