Kasht Tulsia - Dighalbank, Kishanganj
Kasht Tulsia is a village situated in the Dighalbank subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighalbank and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Tulsia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasht Tulsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasht Tulsia is 222321. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 855116 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kasht Tulsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thakurganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kishanganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasht Tulsia
According to the 2011 Census, Kasht Tulsia village had a total population of 549 people, including 286 males and 263 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.57%, with male literacy at 76.13% and female literacy at 59.91%. 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 | 549 | 286 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 185 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 101 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Kasht Tulsia
Kasht Tulsia 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 Kasht Tulsia
Kasht Tulsia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahadurganj to Kasht Tulsia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Kasht Tulsia is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasht Tulsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasht Tulsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kasht Tulsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasht Tulsia 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kasht Tulsia
Where is Kasht Tulsia located?
Kasht Tulsia village is located in Dighalbank Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasht Tulsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasht Tulsia is Tulsia.
What is the pincode of Kasht Tulsia?
The pincode of Kasht Tulsia is 855116.
What is the population of Kasht Tulsia?
Kasht Tulsia had a total population of 549, including 286 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Kasht Tulsia?
Kasht Tulsia had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasht Tulsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasht Tulsia was 68.57%. Male literacy was 76.13% and female literacy was 59.91%.