Taldanga (B) - Barabani, Paschim Bardhaman
Taldanga (B) is a village situated in the Barabani subdivision of Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.4 km from Barabani. Nuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taldanga (B) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taldanga (B) is 318581. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.68 hectares and falls under the 713359 pincode. Asansol is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Taldanga (B) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taldanga (B)
As per Census 2011, Taldanga (B) village has a total population of 768 people, consisting of 402 males and 366 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 440 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taldanga (B) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 402 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 217 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 270 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 132 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Taldanga (B)
Taldanga (B) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunath Chak | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Kanyapur (b) | South | 1.86 km |
| Baliapur | North | 1.91 km |
| Bijari | East | 1.98 km |
| Nuni (b) | South | 2.08 km |
| Raniganja | East | 2.43 km |
| Parbbatpur | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Angaria | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Chinchuria | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Barbakpur | West | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taldanga (B)
Taldanga (B) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barachak, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Asansol to Taldanga (B) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taldanga (B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taldanga (B) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Taldanga (B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taldanga (B) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Taldanga (B)
Where is Taldanga (B) located?
Taldanga (B) village is located in Barabani Subdivision, Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taldanga (B)?
The Gram Panchayat of Taldanga (B) is Nuni.
What is the pincode of Taldanga (B)?
The pincode of Taldanga (B) is 713359.
What is the population of Taldanga (B)?
Taldanga (B) has a total population of 768, including 402 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Taldanga (B)?
There are 155 households in Taldanga (B).
What is the literacy rate in Taldanga (B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taldanga (B) is 54.95%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 41.53%.