Talda - Contai - III, Purba Medinipur
Talda is a village situated in the Contai - III subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lauda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talda is 346505. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.33 hectares and falls under the 721449 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Talda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanthi Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talda
According to the 2011 Census, Talda village had a total population of 1,334 people, including 692 males and 642 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.24%, with male literacy at 95.62% and female literacy at 88.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 562.
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 | 1,334 | 692 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 98 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 288 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 568 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 124 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Talda
Talda 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 Talda
Talda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talda.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Talda is about 11 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 Talda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talda 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 Talda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talda
Where is Talda located?
Talda village is located in Contai - III Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talda?
The Gram Panchayat of Talda is Lauda.
What is the pincode of Talda?
The pincode of Talda is 721449.
What is the population of Talda?
Talda had a total population of 1,334, including 692 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Talda?
Talda had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talda was 92.24%. Male literacy was 95.62% and female literacy was 88.75%.