Talgram - Harischandrapur - II, Malda
Talgram is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - II subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Barduari and around 71.4 km from English Bazar. Sadlichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talgram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgram is 312108. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.88 hectares and falls under the 732125 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Talgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talgram
As per Census 2011, Talgram village has a total population of 5,285 people, consisting of 2,747 males and 2,538 females. The village has 921 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 929 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,451 literate and 2,834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talgram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,285 | 2,747 | 2,538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 929 | 489 | 440 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 2,451 | 1,299 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,834 | 1,448 | 1,386 |
Nearby Villages of Talgram
Talgram 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 Talgram
Public transport in the Talgram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talgram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Katihar to Talgram is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Talgram is about 71.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talgram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talgram
Where is Talgram located?
Talgram village is located in Harischandrapur - II Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talgram?
The Gram Panchayat of Talgram is Sadlichak.
What is the pincode of Talgram?
The pincode of Talgram is 732125.
What is the population of Talgram?
Talgram has a total population of 5,285, including 2,747 males and 2,538 females.
How many households are there in Talgram?
There are 921 households in Talgram.
What is the literacy rate in Talgram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgram is 46.38%. Male literacy is 47.29% and female literacy is 45.39%.