Tuker Gram - Badarpur, Sribhumi
Tuker Gram is a village situated in the Badarpur subdivision of Sribhumi district, Assam. It is located approximately 360 km from Katigora and around 35 km from Silchar. Rajatila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tuker Gram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuker Gram is 298924. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.73 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Tuker Gram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tuker Gram
According to the 2011 Census, Tuker Gram village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 629 males and 614 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.69%, with male literacy at 83.11% and female literacy at 76.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433.
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 | 1,243 | 629 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 219 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 433 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 196 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Tuker Gram
Tuker Gram 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 Tuker Gram
Tuker Gram 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 Tuker Gram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badarpur to Tuker Gram is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Tuker Gram is about 35 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 Tuker Gram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuker Gram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tuker Gram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuker Gram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tuker Gram
Where is Tuker Gram located?
Tuker Gram village is located in Badarpur Subdivision, Sribhumi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuker Gram?
The Gram Panchayat of Tuker Gram is Rajatila.
What is the pincode of Tuker Gram?
The pincode of Tuker Gram is 788115.
What is the population of Tuker Gram?
Tuker Gram had a total population of 1,243, including 629 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Tuker Gram?
Tuker Gram had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tuker Gram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuker Gram was 79.69%. Male literacy was 83.11% and female literacy was 76.18%.