Tulashikhar
Tulashikhar is a Town and Subdivision in West Tripura District of Tripura. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Tulashikhar Block (CD) is 01926. The total area of Tulashikhar Subdivision is 229 km². Tulashikhar has a sex ratio of approximately 954 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Tulashikhar Subdivision
Tulashikhar Subdivision has a total of 23 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Tulashikhar Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asharambari | N/A | Khowai |
| 2 | Badlabari | N/A | Khowai (15 km) |
| 3 | Banbazar | N/A | Khowai |
| 4 | Chamubasti | N/A | Khowai |
| 5 | Dakshin Promodenagar | N/A | Khowai |
| 6 | Jagna Kobrabari | N/A | Khowai (16 km) |
| 7 | Maidanbari | N/A | Khowai (15 km) |
| 8 | Mainakbari | N/A | Khowai |
| 9 | Paschim Bachaibari | N/A | Khowai (7 km) |
| 10 | Paschim Champachhara | N/A | Khowai (8 km) |
| 11 | Paschim Karangichhara | N/A | Khowai |
| 12 | Paschim Laxmichhara | N/A | Khowai (15 km) |
| 13 | Paschim Rajnagar | N/A | Khowai (12 km) |
| 14 | Purba Bachaibari | N/A | Khowai (14 km) |
| 15 | Purba Champachhara | N/A | Khowai (15 km) |
| 16 | Purba Karangichhara | N/A | Khowai (17 km) |
| 17 | Purba Laxmichhara | N/A | Khowai (25 km) |
| 18 | Purba Rajnagar | N/A | Khowai (15 km) |
| 19 | Ramkrishnabari | N/A | Khowai (20 km) |
| 20 | Remachhara | N/A | Khowai (20 km) |
| 21 | Santinagar | N/A | Khowai |
| 22 | Shikaribari | N/A | Khowai (20 km) |
| 23 | Sukhiabari | N/A | Khowai (17 km) |
Population of Tulashikhar Subdivision
The population profile of Tulashikhar Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Tulashikhar Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,459 | 43,459 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,234 | 22,234 | N/A |
| Female Population | 21,225 | 21,225 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,478 | 5,478 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,764 | 2,764 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,714 | 2,714 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 32,073 | 32,073 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 17,576 | 17,576 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 14,497 | 14,497 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 11,386 | 11,386 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,658 | 4,658 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,728 | 6,728 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,783 | 9,783 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 43,459 people. Includes nearly 22,234 males and 21,225 females. Rural population is about 43,459 people.
- There are around 5,478 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,764 boys and 2,714 girls.
- Literate population is about 32,073 people. Non-literate population is around 11,386 people.
- There are nearly 9,783 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Tulashikhar Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 3,866 | 3,866 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 2,005 | 2,005 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,861 | 1,861 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 33,099 | 33,099 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 16,662 | 16,662 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 16,437 | 16,437 | N/A |
| Population Density | 190 / km² | 190 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tulashikhar Subdivision is approximately 3,866 people, including 2,005 males and 1,861 females. Around 3,866 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tulashikhar Subdivision is about 33,099 people, including 16,662 males and 16,437 females. Around 33,099 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 190 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 190 people per sq. km.