Telipukur - Habibpur, Malda
Telipukur is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.6 km from Habibpur and around 19.1 km from English Bazar. Bulbulchandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telipukur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telipukur is 313139. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.7 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telipukur
According to the 2011 Census, Telipukur village had a total population of 222 people, including 115 males and 107 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.56%, with male literacy at 71.82% and female literacy at 52.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 79 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 36 | 54 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhala Kandar | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Lota Bhanga | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Talpukur | West | 1.04 km |
| Manoharpur | South | 1.10 km |
| Hapania | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Anail | North | 1.44 km |
| Phulbhanga | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Darajpur | West | 1.71 km |
| Santail | East | 1.86 km |
| Akalpur | South | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telipukur
Telipukur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Telipukur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Telipukur is about 19.1 km, with the usual travel time 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Telipukur
Where is Telipukur located?
Telipukur village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telipukur?
The Gram Panchayat of Telipukur is Bulbulchandi.
What is the pincode of Telipukur?
The pincode of Telipukur is 732122.
What is the population of Telipukur?
Telipukur had a total population of 222, including 115 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Telipukur?
Telipukur had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telipukur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telipukur was 62.56%. Male literacy was 71.82% and female literacy was 52.48%.