Tursia Village - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Tursia is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Tursia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tursia is 177197. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.05 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tursia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tursia
As per Census 2011, Tursia village has a total population of 856 people, consisting of 456 males and 400 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tursia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 456 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 232 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 243 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 213 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Tursia
Tursia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imilia | West | 0.89 km |
| Baskhoria | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Santhwa | North | 1.07 km |
| Kurthia | East | 1.27 km |
| Darhia | North | 1.37 km |
| Pratapur | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Chandapur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Harraiya | West | 1.84 km |
| Kurhwa | South | 1.88 km |
| Jigina Khurd | North | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tursia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tursia. The nearest railway station is Uska Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Tursia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Tursia is about 46 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 Tursia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tursia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tursia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tursia 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 Tursia
Where is Tursia located?
Tursia village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tursia?
Tursia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tursia?
The pincode of Tursia is 272153.
What is the population of Tursia?
Tursia has a total population of 856, including 456 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Tursia?
There are 121 households in Tursia.
What is the literacy rate in Tursia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tursia is 42.17%. Male literacy is 53.29% and female literacy is 29.50%.