Tiornai Village - Balagarh, Hooghly
Tiornai is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Patuligram and around 30.5 km from Chinsura. Bakliadhobapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiornai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiornai is 324940. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.06 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tiornai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tiornai
As per Census 2011, Tiornai village has a total population of 1,073 people, consisting of 555 males and 518 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tiornai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,073 | 555 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 179 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 431 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 124 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Tiornai
Tiornai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maijdia | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Debipur | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Inchhura | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Belgachhi | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Dahartiornai | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Gangadharpur | North | 1.62 km |
| Masara | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Rajaipur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Hamjampur | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Chandpur | North | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiornai
Tiornai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Somra Bazar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kalna to Tiornai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Tiornai is about 30.5 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 Tiornai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiornai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tiornai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiornai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tiornai
Where is Tiornai located?
Tiornai village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiornai?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiornai is Bakliadhobapara.
What is the pincode of Tiornai?
The pincode of Tiornai is 712123.
What is the population of Tiornai?
Tiornai has a total population of 1,073, including 555 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Tiornai?
There are 271 households in Tiornai.
What is the literacy rate in Tiornai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiornai is 72.13%. Male literacy is 77.66% and female literacy is 66.22%.