Touriya Ugad - Palera, Tikamgarh
Touriya Ugad is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Touriya Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Touriya Ugad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Touriya Ugad is 456969. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.06 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Touriya Ugad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Touriya Ugad
As per Census 2011, Touriya Ugad village has a total population of 38 people, consisting of 19 males and 19 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Touriya Ugad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Touriya Ugad
Touriya Ugad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhevla | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Bakhatpura | South | 1.81 km |
| Bamhoriya | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Touriya Khas | East | 2.25 km |
| Mailwar | North | 3.12 km |
| Taktauli | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Satwara | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Kachhaua Ugad | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Khera | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Saipura | South | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Touriya Ugad
Touriya Ugad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.9 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 Palera to Touriya Ugad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Touriya Ugad is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Touriya Ugad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Touriya Ugad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Touriya Ugad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Touriya Ugad 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 Touriya Ugad
Where is Touriya Ugad located?
Touriya Ugad village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Touriya Ugad?
The Gram Panchayat of Touriya Ugad is Touriya Khas.
What is the pincode of Touriya Ugad?
The pincode of Touriya Ugad is 472221.
What is the population of Touriya Ugad?
Touriya Ugad has a total population of 38, including 19 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Touriya Ugad?
There are 3 households in Touriya Ugad.
What is the literacy rate in Touriya Ugad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Touriya Ugad is 18.42%. Male literacy is 31.58% and female literacy is 5.26%.