Talanda - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Talanda is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.2 km from Falta and around 38.7 km from Alipore. Harindanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talanda is 334275. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.73 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Talanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Talanda
According to the 2011 Census, Talanda village had a total population of 3,538 people, including 1,823 males and 1,715 females, living in 803 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 81.04% and female literacy at 68.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 3,538 | 1,823 | 1,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 262 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,271 | 1,265 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 558 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Talanda
Talanda 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 Talanda
Talanda 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 Talanda.
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Talanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Talanda is about 38.7 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 Talanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talanda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talanda
Where is Talanda located?
Talanda village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Talanda is Harindanga-i.
What is the pincode of Talanda?
The pincode of Talanda is 743504.
What is the population of Talanda?
Talanda had a total population of 3,538, including 1,823 males and 1,715 females.
How many households are there in Talanda?
Talanda had 803 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talanda was 75.10%. Male literacy was 81.04% and female literacy was 68.76%.