Purbba Totgaon - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Purbba Totgaon is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 61.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Bagrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Totgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Totgaon is 306886. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.4 hectares and falls under the 734501 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purbba Totgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Totgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Totgaon village had a total population of 290 people, including 144 males and 146 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.98%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 54.55%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 144 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 72 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Totgaon
Purbba Totgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Totgaon | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Sundaribasti | East | 2.46 km |
| Ellenbury Tea Garden | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Kalagaity Tea Garden | East | 3.98 km |
| Mangpong Forest | North | 4.70 km |
| Washabari Tea Garden | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Sivoke Forest | West | 4.92 km |
| Kalagaity | East | 5.25 km |
| Saogaon | South-East | 6.25 km |
| Saogaon Tea Garden | East | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Totgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Purbba Totgaon. The nearest railway station is Sivok, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mal to Purbba Totgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Purbba Totgaon is about 61.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Totgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Totgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Totgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Totgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Totgaon
Where is Purbba Totgaon located?
Purbba Totgaon village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Totgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Totgaon is Bagrakot.
What is the pincode of Purbba Totgaon?
The pincode of Purbba Totgaon is 734501.
What is the population of Purbba Totgaon?
Purbba Totgaon had a total population of 290, including 144 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Totgaon?
Purbba Totgaon had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Totgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Totgaon was 57.98%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 54.55%.