Talkanpur - Ramnagar - II, Purba Medinipur
Talkanpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Depal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talkanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkanpur is 347010. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.13 hectares and falls under the 721455 pincode. Digha is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Talkanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Talkanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Talkanpur village had a total population of 919 people, including 491 males and 428 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.10%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 79.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226.
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 | 919 | 491 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 124 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 414 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 77 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Talkanpur
Talkanpur 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 Talkanpur
Public transport in the Talkanpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Talkanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digha to Talkanpur 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 Talkanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talkanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talkanpur
Where is Talkanpur located?
Talkanpur village is located in Ramnagar - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talkanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Talkanpur is Depal.
What is the pincode of Talkanpur?
The pincode of Talkanpur is 721455.
What is the population of Talkanpur?
Talkanpur had a total population of 919, including 491 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Talkanpur?
Talkanpur had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talkanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkanpur was 86.10%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 79.45%.