Tural
Tural is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Tural village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tural unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Tural’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tural
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tural is 565705. The village spans a total geographical area of 1104.33 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Tural village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tural village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tural
Population of Tural
According to the 2011 Census, Tural has a total population of about 2,293, with approximately 1,104 males and 1,189 females. The sex ratio is around 1076 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 212 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.25%, with male literacy at about 77.36% and female literacy near 59.80%. There are around 486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tural's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,293 | 1,104 | 1,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 854 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 250 | 478 |
Connectivity of Tural
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tural. As per the 2011 stats, Tural had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tural
Knowing the nearby villages of Tural helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tural.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tural
- Where is Tural located?
- Tural village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tural?
- Tural serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tural as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tural is 2,293, with 1,104 males and 1,189 females.
- How many households are there in Tural as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tural village has a total of 486 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tural as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tural is 68.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.36%, while the female literacy rate is 59.80%.