Talgan - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Talgan is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Chorchita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talgan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgan is 340414. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.39 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talgan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talgan
According to the 2011 Census, Talgan village had a total population of 576 people, including 302 males and 274 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.13%, with male literacy at 82.53% and female literacy at 51.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 375.
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 | 576 | 302 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 197 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 222 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 80 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Talgan
Talgan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talgan
Talgan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Talgan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talgan
Where is Talgan located?
Talgan village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talgan?
The Gram Panchayat of Talgan is Chorchita.
What is the pincode of Talgan?
The pincode of Talgan is 721517.
What is the population of Talgan?
Talgan had a total population of 576, including 302 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Talgan?
Talgan had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgan was 68.13%. Male literacy was 82.53% and female literacy was 51.50%.