Tusail - Bhanpur, Basti
Tusail is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Tusail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tusail is 178522. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.09 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tusail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tusail
As per Census 2011, Tusail village has a total population of 2,052 people, consisting of 982 males and 1,070 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 1,190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tusail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,052 | 982 | 1,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 192 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 485 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,190 | 497 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Tusail
Tusail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kataria Nankar | North | 1.11 km |
| Umar Bharia | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Piparahia | South | 1.23 km |
| Karauta | West | 1.27 km |
| Kohara | East | 1.37 km |
| Bardeeha | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Atardeeha | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Basti Nathu | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Halua Hasanpur | South | 2.13 km |
| Basti Alawal | South-West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tusail
Tusail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tinich, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Tusail is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Tusail is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tusail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tusail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tusail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tusail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tusail
Where is Tusail located?
Tusail village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tusail?
Tusail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tusail?
The pincode of Tusail is 272194.
What is the population of Tusail?
Tusail has a total population of 2,052, including 982 males and 1,070 females.
How many households are there in Tusail?
There are 310 households in Tusail.
What is the literacy rate in Tusail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tusail is 42.01%. Male literacy is 49.39% and female literacy is 35.23%.