Purba Tilthai - Dharmanagar, North Tripura
Purba Tilthai is a village situated in the Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 5 km from Panisagar and around 35 km from Kailasahar. East Tilthai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Tilthai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Tilthai is 272646. The village covers a total geographical area of 980 hectares and falls under the 799260 pincode. Dharmanagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Tilthai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jubarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Tilthai
As per Census 2011, Purba Tilthai village has a total population of 4,275 people, consisting of 2,171 males and 2,104 females. The village has 957 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,442 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Tilthai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,275 | 2,171 | 2,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 288 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 197 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 3,442 | 1,810 | 1,632 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 361 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Tilthai
Purba Tilthai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilthai | South | 2.32 km |
| Rajnagar | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Deochhera | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 3.93 km |
| Jubarajnagar | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Rowa | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Purba Halflong | North | 4.82 km |
| Paschim Halflong | North | 5.98 km |
| Dakshin Padmabill | East | 6.00 km |
| Uptakhali | North-East | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Tilthai
Purba Tilthai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panisagar, while the nearest airport is Kailashahar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmanagar to Purba Tilthai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Purba Tilthai is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Tilthai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Tilthai 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Tilthai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Tilthai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Tilthai
Where is Purba Tilthai located?
Purba Tilthai village is located in Dharmanagar Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Tilthai?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Tilthai is East Tilthai.
What is the pincode of Purba Tilthai?
The pincode of Purba Tilthai is 799260.
What is the population of Purba Tilthai?
Purba Tilthai has a total population of 4,275, including 2,171 males and 2,104 females.
How many households are there in Purba Tilthai?
There are 957 households in Purba Tilthai.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Tilthai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Tilthai is 80.51%. Male literacy is 83.37% and female literacy is 77.57%.