Tamila - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Tamila is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.4 km from Polba and around 25.7 km from Chinsura. Dadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tamila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamila is 325248. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tamila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamila
As per Census 2011, Tamila village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 230 males and 207 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 230 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 195 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 35 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Tamila
Tamila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Dadpur | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Maheshwarpur | North | 0.85 km |
| Goe | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Hasnan | West | 0.94 km |
| Khidirpur | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Hodla | North | 1.66 km |
| Alipur | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Rasulpur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Purat | South | 1.75 km |
| Bhabanipur | East | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tamila
Tamila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 32.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Tamila is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Tamila is about 25.7 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 Tamila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamila 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 Tamila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamila 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tamila
Where is Tamila located?
Tamila village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamila?
The Gram Panchayat of Tamila is Dadpur.
What is the pincode of Tamila?
The pincode of Tamila is 712305.
What is the population of Tamila?
Tamila has a total population of 437, including 230 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Tamila?
There are 86 households in Tamila.
What is the literacy rate in Tamila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamila is 80.09%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 74.88%.