Tusuba - Machh Kund, Koraput
Tusuba is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thusuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tusuba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tusuba is 429585. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 764042 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tusuba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Tusuba
As per Census 2011, Tusuba village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 218 males and 341 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,564 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 327 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tusuba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 218 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 112 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 96 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 122 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Tusuba
Tusuba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godiput | East | 1.18 km |
| Changudipada | West | 1.71 km |
| Gomalput | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Kamel | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Mesingput | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Gopalput | South | 2.58 km |
| Kantigada | North | 2.78 km |
| Doliguda | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Audipoda | West | 3.29 km |
| Malenga | North-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tusuba
Public transport in the Tusuba is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jeypur to Tusuba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tusuba is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tusuba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tusuba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tusuba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tusuba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tusuba
Where is Tusuba located?
Tusuba village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tusuba?
The Gram Panchayat of Tusuba is Thusuba.
What is the pincode of Tusuba?
The pincode of Tusuba is 764042.
What is the population of Tusuba?
Tusuba has a total population of 559, including 218 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Tusuba?
There are 118 households in Tusuba.
What is the literacy rate in Tusuba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tusuba is 46.15%. Male literacy is 44.04% and female literacy is 47.51%.