Tursi - Harraiya, Basti
Tursi is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Tursi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tursi is 179958. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.56 hectares and falls under the 272127 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tursi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tursi
As per Census 2011, Tursi village has a total population of 1,321 people, consisting of 692 males and 629 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 667 literate and 654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tursi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,321 | 692 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 107 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 425 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 267 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Tursi
Tursi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Duttpur | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Pure Divan | East | 0.93 km |
| Hilasi | North | 1.06 km |
| Sikaraha Panday | South | 1.10 km |
| Dorupur | West | 1.12 km |
| Pure Nathu | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Shaktipur | East | 1.49 km |
| Pure Kashiram | East | 1.50 km |
| Ramvapur Panday | South | 1.57 km |
| Devapur | North-East | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tursi
Tursi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 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 Basti to Tursi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Tursi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tursi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tursi 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 Tursi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tursi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tursi
Where is Tursi located?
Tursi village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tursi?
Tursi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tursi?
The pincode of Tursi is 272127.
What is the population of Tursi?
Tursi has a total population of 1,321, including 692 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Tursi?
There are 236 households in Tursi.
What is the literacy rate in Tursi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tursi is 50.49%. Male literacy is 61.42% and female literacy is 38.47%.