Tulasipur - Banki, Cuttack
Tulasipur is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Tulasipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulasipur is 398967. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 754008 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tulasipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulasipur
According to the 2011 Census, Tulasipur village had a total population of 2,387 people, including 1,209 males and 1,178 females, living in 534 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.95%, with male literacy at 90.88% and female literacy at 80.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 336.
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 | 2,387 | 1,209 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 135 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 161 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 976 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 233 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Tulasipur
Tulasipur 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 Tulasipur
Tulasipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Banki to Tulasipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Tulasipur 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 Tulasipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulasipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tulasipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulasipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tulasipur
Where is Tulasipur located?
Tulasipur village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tulasipur?
Tulasipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tulasipur?
The pincode of Tulasipur is 754008.
What is the population of Tulasipur?
Tulasipur had a total population of 2,387, including 1,209 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Tulasipur?
Tulasipur had 534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tulasipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulasipur was 85.95%. Male literacy was 90.88% and female literacy was 80.96%.