Tegharia - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Tegharia is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Chinsurah and around 7.4 km from Chinsura. Saptagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tegharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tegharia is 325073. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.24 hectares and falls under the 712121 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Tegharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tegharia
As per Census 2011, Tegharia village has a total population of 1,168 people, consisting of 602 males and 566 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,026 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tegharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,168 | 602 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 234 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 547 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 55 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Tegharia
Tegharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Khejuria | West | 0.84 km |
| Iswarbaha | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Chak Banshberia (ct) | North | 1.31 km |
| Trish Bigha | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Krishnapur Chandanpur | West | 1.62 km |
| Dakshin Hazipur | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Namajghar | North | 1.97 km |
| Debanandapur | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Manushpur (ct) | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Saptagram | North-West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tegharia
Tegharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adi Saptagram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Tegharia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Tegharia is about 7.4 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 Tegharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tegharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tegharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tegharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tegharia
Where is Tegharia located?
Tegharia village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tegharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tegharia is Saptagram.
What is the pincode of Tegharia?
The pincode of Tegharia is 712121.
What is the population of Tegharia?
Tegharia has a total population of 1,168, including 602 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Tegharia?
There are 301 households in Tegharia.
What is the literacy rate in Tegharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tegharia is 87.84%. Male literacy is 90.86% and female literacy is 84.63%.