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
As per Census 2011, Kasht Tulsia village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 286 males and 263 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasht Tulsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 286 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| 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 has a total population of 549, including 286 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Kasht Tulsia?
There are 119 households in Kasht Tulsia.
What is the literacy rate in Kasht Tulsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasht Tulsia is 56.83%. Male literacy is 64.69% and female literacy is 48.29%.