Tursampur - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Tursampur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Fazilpur Uska serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tursampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tursampur is 167228. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.45 hectares and falls under the 224230 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Tursampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tursampur
As per Census 2011, Tursampur village has a total population of 773 people, consisting of 398 males and 375 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tursampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 773 | 398 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 280 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 118 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Tursampur
Tursampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilkarpur | North | 0.80 km |
| Fajilpuruska | South | 0.82 km |
| Narkata Bairagipur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Fidaipur Ganeshpur | West | 1.20 km |
| Hardaspur | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Dhourhara | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Daudpur | South | 1.61 km |
| Nourahne Rampur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Tarauli Mubarak Pur | East | 1.90 km |
| Aoujhipur | South-West | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tursampur
Tursampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Munderwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanda to Tursampur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Tursampur is about 33 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 Tursampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tursampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tursampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tursampur 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 Tursampur
Where is Tursampur located?
Tursampur village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tursampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tursampur is Fazilpur Uska.
What is the pincode of Tursampur?
The pincode of Tursampur is 224230.
What is the population of Tursampur?
Tursampur has a total population of 773, including 398 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Tursampur?
There are 129 households in Tursampur.
What is the literacy rate in Tursampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tursampur is 62.74%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 54.67%.