Tujur - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Tujur is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 81 km from Chakradharpur and around 107 km from Chaibasa. Kamrora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tujur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tujur is 376996. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Tujur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tujur
As per Census 2011, Tujur village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 265 males and 232 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tujur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 265 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 169 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 96 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Tujur
Tujur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Berau Ruring | East | 1.11 km |
| Komrora | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Bhur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Burunruring | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Jatarma | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Roro | South | 2.93 km |
| Tumrung | South | 3.36 km |
| Temna | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Jomtai | East | 3.62 km |
| Madura | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tujur
Public transport in the Tujur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Tujur is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tujur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tujur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tujur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tujur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tujur
Where is Tujur located?
Tujur village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tujur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tujur is Kamrora.
What is the pincode of Tujur?
The pincode of Tujur is 833201.
What is the population of Tujur?
Tujur has a total population of 497, including 265 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Tujur?
There are 93 households in Tujur.
What is the literacy rate in Tujur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tujur is 51.71%. Male literacy is 63.77% and female literacy is 37.93%.