Tili - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Tili is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.7 km from Gaighata and around 48.5 km from Barasat. Duma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tili is 322727. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.99 hectares and falls under the 743235 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tili 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 Tili
As per Census 2011, Tili village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,242 males and 1,115 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,645 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,048 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,242 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 121 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,048 | 1,072 | 976 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,645 | 944 | 701 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 298 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Tili
Tili 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagoan | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Unai | North | 1.07 km |
| Barasehana | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Jhikra | South | 1.67 km |
| Byasati | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Angrail | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Duma | South | 2.93 km |
| Purana Bangaon | East | 2.98 km |
| Chhota Sehana | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Kalupur | North-West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tili
Tili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 44.6 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 Bangaon to Tili is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Tili is about 48.5 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 Tili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tili 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tili
Where is Tili located?
Tili village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tili?
The Gram Panchayat of Tili is Duma.
What is the pincode of Tili?
The pincode of Tili is 743235.
What is the population of Tili?
Tili has a total population of 2,357, including 1,242 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Tili?
There are 548 households in Tili.
What is the literacy rate in Tili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tili is 69.79%. Male literacy is 76.01% and female literacy is 62.87%.