Tursi - Parasia, Chhindwara
Tursi is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Semartal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tursi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tursi is 494702. The village covers a total geographical area of 918.29 hectares and falls under the 480557 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tursi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tursi
According to the 2011 Census, Tursi village had a total population of 1,269 people, including 626 males and 643 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.02%, with male literacy at 55.43% and female literacy at 36.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,259.
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 | 1,269 | 626 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 110 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,259 | 620 | 639 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 286 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 340 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Tursi
Tursi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Titra | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Kohka | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Damua | North | 3.33 km |
| Buddi | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Pathakhuri | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Semartal | South | 3.84 km |
| Paijanwadi | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Lonapathar | West | 4.30 km |
| Dhamniya | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Duddi | South-East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tursi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tursi. The nearest railway station is Parasia, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 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 Dongar Parasia to Tursi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Tursi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tursi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tursi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tursi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tursi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tursi
Where is Tursi located?
Tursi village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tursi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tursi is Semartal.
What is the pincode of Tursi?
The pincode of Tursi is 480557.
What is the population of Tursi?
Tursi had a total population of 1,269, including 626 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Tursi?
Tursi had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tursi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tursi was 46.02%. Male literacy was 55.43% and female literacy was 36.81%.