Talchinan-Sanihati - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Talchinan-Sanihati is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.8 km from Polba and around 19.5 km from Chinsura. Goswamimalipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talchinan-Sanihati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talchinan-Sanihati is 325291. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.07 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talchinan-Sanihati 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 Talchinan-Sanihati
As per Census 2011, Talchinan-Sanihati village has a total population of 4,801 people, consisting of 2,462 males and 2,339 females. The village has 1,169 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,244 literate and 1,557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,963 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 537 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talchinan-Sanihati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,801 | 2,462 | 2,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 214 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,963 | 989 | 974 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 272 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 3,244 | 1,835 | 1,409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,557 | 627 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Talchinan-Sanihati
Talchinan-Sanihati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beta | South | 1.94 km |
| Popai | East | 2.08 km |
| Gunpala | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Puinan | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Banshdarun | West | 2.16 km |
| Bali Kukhari | East | 2.42 km |
| Dighanswar | North | 2.49 km |
| Mulgram | South | 2.53 km |
| Bhabanipur | West | 2.54 km |
| Goswami Malipara | North-East | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talchinan-Sanihati
Public transport in the Talchinan-Sanihati is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Porabazar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Talchinan-Sanihati is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Talchinan-Sanihati is about 19.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talchinan-Sanihati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talchinan-Sanihati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talchinan-Sanihati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talchinan-Sanihati 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 Talchinan-Sanihati
Where is Talchinan-Sanihati located?
Talchinan-Sanihati village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talchinan-Sanihati?
The Gram Panchayat of Talchinan-Sanihati is Goswamimalipara.
What is the pincode of Talchinan-Sanihati?
The pincode of Talchinan-Sanihati is 712305.
What is the population of Talchinan-Sanihati?
Talchinan-Sanihati has a total population of 4,801, including 2,462 males and 2,339 females.
How many households are there in Talchinan-Sanihati?
There are 1,169 households in Talchinan-Sanihati.
What is the literacy rate in Talchinan-Sanihati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talchinan-Sanihati is 67.57%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 60.24%.