Tantipara - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad
Tantipara is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 22.9 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Bahadurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tantipara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tantipara is 314895. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.9 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Jiaganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tantipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Tantipara
According to the 2011 Census, Tantipara village had a total population of 736 people, including 380 males and 356 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.80%, with male literacy at 61.95% and female literacy at 48.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 637, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 736 | 380 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 41 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 327 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 210 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 170 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Tantipara
Tantipara 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 Tantipara
Tantipara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tantipara.
| 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 Jiaganj to Tantipara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Tantipara is about 22.9 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 Tantipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tantipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tantipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tantipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tantipara
Where is Tantipara located?
Tantipara village is located in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tantipara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tantipara is Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Tantipara?
The pincode of Tantipara is 742164.
What is the population of Tantipara?
Tantipara had a total population of 736, including 380 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Tantipara?
Tantipara had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tantipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tantipara was 55.80%. Male literacy was 61.95% and female literacy was 48.83%.