Tarsooh - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Tarsooh is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tarsuh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarsooh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarsooh is 019508. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.6 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tarsooh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarsooh
According to the 2011 Census, Tarsooh village had a total population of 239 people, including 119 males and 120 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 90.09% and female literacy at 81.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Tarsooh
Tarsooh 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 Tarsooh
Tarsooh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nangal to Tarsooh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Tarsooh is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarsooh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarsooh 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarsooh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarsooh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tarsooh
Where is Tarsooh located?
Tarsooh village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tarsooh?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarsooh is Tarsuh.
What is the pincode of Tarsooh?
The pincode of Tarsooh is 174201.
What is the population of Tarsooh?
Tarsooh had a total population of 239, including 119 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Tarsooh?
Tarsooh had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarsooh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarsooh was 85.71%. Male literacy was 90.09% and female literacy was 81.13%.