Tiakati - English Bazar, Malda
Tiakati is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Malda and around 7.8 km from English Bazar. Jadupur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiakati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiakati is 313423. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.28 hectares and falls under the 732103 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tiakati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Englishbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tiakati
As per Census 2011, Tiakati village has a total population of 4,378 people, consisting of 2,256 males and 2,122 females. The village has 890 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 731 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,440 literate and 1,938 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tiakati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,378 | 2,256 | 2,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 731 | 370 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 206 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,440 | 1,306 | 1,134 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,938 | 950 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Tiakati
Tiakati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purana Guamalati | West | 0.80 km |
| Bara Phulbari | East | 1.20 km |
| Naya Guamalati | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Krishna Prasad Nij | East | 1.44 km |
| Arazi Phulbari | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Dariadaha | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Barachak | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Byaspur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Byaspurarazi | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Dharampur | West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiakati
Tiakati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gour Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.0 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 Malda to Tiakati is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Tiakati is about 7.8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiakati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiakati 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tiakati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiakati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tiakati
Where is Tiakati located?
Tiakati village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiakati?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiakati is Jadupur-i.
What is the pincode of Tiakati?
The pincode of Tiakati is 732103.
What is the population of Tiakati?
Tiakati has a total population of 4,378, including 2,256 males and 2,122 females.
How many households are there in Tiakati?
There are 890 households in Tiakati.
What is the literacy rate in Tiakati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiakati is 55.73%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 53.44%.