Telipukur Village - Singur, Hooghly
Telipukur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from Singur. Baruiparapaltagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telipukur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telipukur is 325529. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.68 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Serampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Telipukur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telipukur
As per Census 2011, Telipukur village has a total population of 1,370 people, consisting of 700 males and 670 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,090 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telipukur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 700 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 581 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 119 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Telipukur
Telipukur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajabnagar | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Rasulpur | East | 0.81 km |
| Ghanashyampur | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Dansi | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Paltagar | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Rostampur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Mollasimla | East | 1.57 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 1.91 km |
| Ramnagar | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Purushottompur | North | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telipukur
Public transport in the Telipukur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nasibpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Serampur to Telipukur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telipukur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telipukur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telipukur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telipukur 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 Telipukur
Where is Telipukur located?
Telipukur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telipukur?
The Gram Panchayat of Telipukur is Baruiparapaltagarh.
What is the pincode of Telipukur?
The pincode of Telipukur is 712223.
What is the population of Telipukur?
Telipukur has a total population of 1,370, including 700 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Telipukur?
There are 346 households in Telipukur.
What is the literacy rate in Telipukur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telipukur is 79.56%. Male literacy is 83.00% and female literacy is 75.97%.