Village code 306254

Turzam Forest Village, Kalimpong -I Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Turzam Forest is a village in Kalimpong -I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Darjiling district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Turzam Forest village map in West Bengal
Turzam Forest village map image for Kalimpong -I Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Turzam Forest is a village in Kalimpong -I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Darjiling district, West Bengal. For Turzam Forest, the population is 406, PIN code is 734312 and Census village code is 306254. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Turzam Forest village
Village code306254
PIN code734312
Population406
Households93
Area107.24 ha / 1.07 sq. km / 265 acres
Population density379 people per sq. km
Sex ratio880 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKalimpong (10 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtDarjiling
Census 2011 districtDarjiling

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 734312. This helps users verify the postal area for Turzam Forest, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Turzam Forest village
PIN code734312
Post offices linked with this PINTista Bridge SO, Bar Dara BO, Peshok BO, and Takling BO
Best matching post officeTista Bridge SO (Post office)
Delivery office records4
Postal districtDarjeeling and Kalimpong
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionDarjeeling Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Turzam Forest comes under Turzam Forest gram panchayat and Kalimpong -I C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Kalimpong -I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Kalimpong at 22.40 km. The Census district headquarters, Darjiling, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Turzam Forest
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtDarjiling
Census 2011 districtDarjiling
State code19
District code327
Block / Census sub-district code2156
C.D. Block code3
Block panchayat code3

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Turzam Forest village and its household count.

Total population

406 residents in 93 households

Male population

216

Female population

190

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 6; Scheduled Tribes: 366

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 2

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Turzam Forest
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Turzam Forest
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayAvailable
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Turzam Forest
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power10 hours per day
Winter domestic power14 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Turzam Forest
Forest area64.34 hectares
Non-agricultural area5.50 hectares
Main cropGinger

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Turzam Forest
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Rambi, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kalimpong, more than 10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kalimpong, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Turzam Forest

Kalimpong (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Kalimpong is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Turzam Forest
Nearest major townKalimpong (10 km)
Block headquartersKalimpong (22.40 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Turzam Forest. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Turzam Forest
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 2
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Govt PolytechnicAvailable; 1
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Agricultural Marketing SocietyAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Turzam Forest village located?

Turzam Forest is located in Kalimpong -I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Darjiling.

Which Block is Turzam Forest in?

Turzam Forest is in Kalimpong -I Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Turzam Forest in?

District: Darjiling.

What is the village code of Turzam Forest?

The Census village code of Turzam Forest is 306254.

What is the PIN code of Turzam Forest?

The PIN code reported for Turzam Forest is 734312.

What is the population of Turzam Forest?

Turzam Forest has 406 residents in 93 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Turzam Forest?

The nearest statutory town to Turzam Forest is Kalimpong (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Turzam Forest?

The main crops reported for Turzam Forest are Ginger.

Is there a government primary school in Turzam Forest?

Government primary school status for Turzam Forest is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Turzam Forest?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Turzam Forest?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Turzam Forest?

The total geographical area of Turzam Forest is 107.24 hectares.

How many households are in Turzam Forest?

Turzam Forest has 93 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Turzam Forest?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

Is electricity available for homes in Turzam Forest?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

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