Tughial - Dinanagar, Gurdaspur
Tughial is a village situated in the Dinanagar tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 23 km from Gurdaspur and around 23 km from Gurdaspur. Ghesal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tughial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tughial is 027867. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 143531 pincode. Dina Nagar is the nearest town.
Tughial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dina Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tughial
According to the 2011 Census, Tughial village had a total population of 745 people, including 400 males and 345 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.13%, with male literacy at 90.78% and female literacy at 74.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 602.
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 | 745 | 400 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 53 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 322 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 315 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 85 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Tughial
Tughial 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 Tughial
Tughial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Tughial is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tughial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tughial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tughial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tughial 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tughial
Where is Tughial located?
Tughial village is located in Dinanagar Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tughial?
The Gram Panchayat of Tughial is Ghesal.
What is the pincode of Tughial?
The pincode of Tughial is 143531.
What is the population of Tughial?
Tughial had a total population of 745, including 400 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Tughial?
Tughial had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tughial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tughial was 83.13%. Male literacy was 90.78% and female literacy was 74.60%.