Talkola - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Talkola is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Bongaon and around 48.8 km from Barasat. Palla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talkola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkola is 322671. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.97 hectares and falls under the 743701 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talkola
As per Census 2011, Talkola village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 368 males and 318 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talkola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 368 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 226 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 274 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 94 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Talkola
Talkola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramshankarpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Kharua Rajapur | South | 1.68 km |
| Belta | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Bhandarkola | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Harishpur Chak | East | 2.06 km |
| Harishpur | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Rachhulpur | West | 2.82 km |
| Phulsara | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Dharmmapur | North-East | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talkola
Public transport in the Talkola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongaon to Talkola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Talkola is about 48.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkola 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talkola
Where is Talkola located?
Talkola village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talkola?
The Gram Panchayat of Talkola is Palla.
What is the pincode of Talkola?
The pincode of Talkola is 743701.
What is the population of Talkola?
Talkola has a total population of 686, including 368 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Talkola?
There are 163 households in Talkola.
What is the literacy rate in Talkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkola is 71.43%. Male literacy is 74.46% and female literacy is 67.92%.