Tulakuna - Jirania, West Tripura
Tulakuna is a village situated in the Jirania subdivision of West Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jirania and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Agartala. Dhupcharra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulakuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulakuna is 272000. The village covers a total geographical area of 929 hectares and falls under the 799008 pincode. Ranirbazar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Tulakuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khayerpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulakuna
As per Census 2011, Tulakuna village has a total population of 3,370 people, consisting of 1,740 males and 1,630 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,786 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulakuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,370 | 1,740 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 218 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 236 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,234 | 624 | 610 |
| Literate Population | 2,786 | 1,471 | 1,315 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 269 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Tulakuna
Tulakuna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Noagaon | East | 2.75 km |
| Anandanagar | West | 2.86 km |
| Mekhlipara | North | 3.20 km |
| Srinagar | South | 3.77 km |
| Uttar Champamura | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Radhamohanpur | East | 4.97 km |
| Majlishpur | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Pravapur | South | 6.88 km |
| Madhuban | South-West | 7.08 km |
| Radhapur | East | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tulakuna
Tulakuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jogendranagar, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ranirbazar to Tulakuna is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Tulakuna is about 20 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 Tulakuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulakuna 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 Tulakuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulakuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tulakuna
Where is Tulakuna located?
Tulakuna village is located in Jirania Subdivision, West Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulakuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulakuna is Dhupcharra.
What is the pincode of Tulakuna?
The pincode of Tulakuna is 799008.
What is the population of Tulakuna?
Tulakuna has a total population of 3,370, including 1,740 males and 1,630 females.
How many households are there in Tulakuna?
There are 796 households in Tulakuna.
What is the literacy rate in Tulakuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulakuna is 82.67%. Male literacy is 84.54% and female literacy is 80.67%.