Tutuwari - Ballia
Tutuwari is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Tutuwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tutuwari is 198920. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.63 hectares and falls under the 277501 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Tutuwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tutuwari
As per Census 2011, Tutuwari village has a total population of 2,951 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,409 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,788 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tutuwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,951 | 1,542 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 248 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 234 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 1,025 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 517 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Tutuwari
Tutuwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tal Sayal | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Harbanshpur | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Merwara Kala | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Neura | East | 1.56 km |
| Shahpur Mutlke Tutuwari | North | 1.59 km |
| Ebrahimpur Adai | South | 1.80 km |
| Nasirpur Mutkle Tutuwari | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Budhi Chak | West | 1.95 km |
| Salemabad | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Sikohabad | North | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tutuwari
Tutuwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buxar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Tutuwari is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Tutuwari is about 28 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 Tutuwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tutuwari 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tutuwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tutuwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tutuwari
Where is Tutuwari located?
Tutuwari village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tutuwari?
Tutuwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tutuwari?
The pincode of Tutuwari is 277501.
What is the population of Tutuwari?
Tutuwari has a total population of 2,951, including 1,542 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Tutuwari?
There are 421 households in Tutuwari.
What is the literacy rate in Tutuwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tutuwari is 60.59%. Male literacy is 66.47% and female literacy is 54.15%.