Tuba - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Tuba is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Tuba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuba is 434200. The village covers a total geographical area of 1051.45 hectares and falls under the 496227 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tuba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tuba
As per Census 2011, Tuba village has a total population of 1,504 people, consisting of 740 males and 764 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 872 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 469 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,504 | 740 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 103 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 231 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 496 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 244 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Tuba
Tuba is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhourasand | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Kandaibahar | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Khutgaon | North | 3.45 km |
| Hethghicha | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Pharsabahar | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Bangaon | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Bamhanmara | East | 4.28 km |
| Daijbahar | East | 4.36 km |
| Aurijor | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Barkaspali | North-East | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tuba
Public transport in the Tuba is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Tuba is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Tuba is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tuba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tuba
Where is Tuba located?
Tuba village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuba?
Tuba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuba?
The pincode of Tuba is 496227.
What is the population of Tuba?
Tuba has a total population of 1,504, including 740 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Tuba?
There are 366 households in Tuba.
What is the literacy rate in Tuba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuba is 57.98%. Male literacy is 67.03% and female literacy is 49.21%.