Tilakhula - Garbeta - III, Paschim Medinipur
Tilakhula is a village situated in the Garbeta - III subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Satbankura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakhula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakhula is 337255. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.34 hectares and falls under the 721253 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Tilakhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tilakhula
As per Census 2011, Tilakhula village has a total population of 35 people, consisting of 15 males and 20 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The village has 30 literate and 5 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilakhula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakhula
Tilakhula 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 Tilakhula
Tilakhula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tilakhula.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Midnapur to Tilakhula is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakhula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakhula 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 Tilakhula
Where is Tilakhula located?
Tilakhula village is located in Garbeta - III Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakhula?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakhula is Satbankura.
What is the pincode of Tilakhula?
The pincode of Tilakhula is 721253.
What is the population of Tilakhula?
Tilakhula has a total population of 35, including 15 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Tilakhula?
There are 8 households in Tilakhula.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakhula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakhula is 85.71%. Male literacy is 93.33% and female literacy is 80.00%.