Talmaria - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Talmaria is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Dongaria and around 31.9 km from Alipore. Kamrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talmaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talmaria is 333379. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.56 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talmaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talmaria
As per Census 2011, Talmaria village has a total population of 1,000 people, consisting of 501 males and 499 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talmaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 501 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 369 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 132 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Talmaria
Talmaria 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 Talmaria
Talmaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talmaria.
| 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 Dakshin Raipur to Talmaria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Talmaria is about 31.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talmaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talmaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talmaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talmaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talmaria
Where is Talmaria located?
Talmaria village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talmaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Talmaria is Kamrabad.
What is the pincode of Talmaria?
The pincode of Talmaria is 743318.
What is the population of Talmaria?
Talmaria has a total population of 1,000, including 501 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Talmaria?
There are 220 households in Talmaria.
What is the literacy rate in Talmaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talmaria is 67.50%. Male literacy is 73.65% and female literacy is 61.32%.