Tulsi-I (Tulsi) - Arang, Raipur
Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Tulsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulsi-I (Tulsi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is 444458. The village covers a total geographical area of 919.97 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tulsi-I (Tulsi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulsi-I (Tulsi)
As per Census 2011, Tulsi-I (Tulsi) village has a total population of 2,516 people, consisting of 1,231 males and 1,285 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 1,049 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulsi-I (Tulsi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,516 | 1,231 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 195 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 834 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,049 | 397 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Tulsi-I (Tulsi)
Tulsi-I (Tulsi) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chorbhatti | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Rasota | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Sankari-1(sankari) | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Kusmund | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Banarsi-i (banarsi) | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Parsada-2 (parsada) | West | 3.69 km |
| Amodi | East | 3.85 km |
| Chakwe | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Bana-1 (bana) | West | 4.17 km |
| Semariya -1 | South-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tulsi-I (Tulsi)
Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 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 Arang to Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulsi-I (Tulsi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulsi-I (Tulsi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tulsi-I (Tulsi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulsi-I (Tulsi) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tulsi-I (Tulsi)
Where is Tulsi-I (Tulsi) located?
Tulsi-I (Tulsi) village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulsi-I (Tulsi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is Tulsi.
What is the pincode of Tulsi-I (Tulsi)?
The pincode of Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is 493225.
What is the population of Tulsi-I (Tulsi)?
Tulsi-I (Tulsi) has a total population of 2,516, including 1,231 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Tulsi-I (Tulsi)?
There are 507 households in Tulsi-I (Tulsi).
What is the literacy rate in Tulsi-I (Tulsi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulsi-I (Tulsi) is 58.31%. Male literacy is 67.75% and female literacy is 49.26%.