Tusma
Tusma is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Tusma village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tusma unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Tusma’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 Tusma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tusma is 436774. The village spans a total geographical area of 836.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494635. Shivrinarayan is nearest town to Tusma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tusma village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tusma
Population of Tusma
According to the 2011 Census, Tusma has a total population of about 4,427, with approximately 2,285 males and 2,142 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 595 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 618 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.46%, with male literacy at about 72.87% and female literacy near 49.30%. There are around 850 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tusma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,427 | 2,285 | 2,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 595 | 290 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 618 | 319 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,721 | 1,665 | 1,056 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,706 | 620 | 1,086 |
Connectivity of Tusma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tusma. As per the 2011 stats, Tusma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tusma
Knowing the nearby villages of Tusma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tusma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tusma
- Where is Tusma located?
- Tusma village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tusma?
- Tusma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tusma?
- The pincode of Tusma is 494635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tusma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tusma is 4,427, with 2,285 males and 2,142 females.
- How many households are there in Tusma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tusma village has a total of 850 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tusma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tusma is 61.46%. The male literacy rate is 72.87%, while the female literacy rate is 49.30%.