Tilan
Tilan is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.1km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Tilan village. As per 2009 stats, Chainagar is the gram panchayat of Tilan village.
Here you can discover what makes Tilan unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Tilan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tilan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tilan is 309818. The village spans a total geographical area of 267.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733156. Raiganj is nearest town to Tilan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Tilan
Population of Tilan
According to the 2011 Census, Tilan has a total population of about 1,323, with approximately 679 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,078 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.04%, with male literacy at about 68.63% and female literacy near 57.14%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tilan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,323 | 679 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 100 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,078 | 539 | 539 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 466 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 213 | 276 |
Connectivity of Tilan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tilan. As per the 2011 stats, Tilan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tilan
Knowing the nearby villages of Tilan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tilan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tilan
- Where is Tilan located?
- Tilan village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tilan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tilan is Chainagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tilan?
- The pincode of Tilan is 733156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tilan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tilan is 1,323, with 679 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Tilan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tilan village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tilan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tilan is 63.04%. The male literacy rate is 68.63%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.