Tursena - Mahmudabad, Sitapur
Tursena is a village situated in the Mahmudabad tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahmudabad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Tursena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tursena is 138521. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.99 hectares and falls under the 261203 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Tursena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmoodabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tursena
As per Census 2011, Tursena village has a total population of 1,632 people, consisting of 849 males and 783 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 868 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 736 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tursena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,632 | 849 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 173 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 736 | 383 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 511 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 338 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Tursena
Tursena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banehra Birbal | West | 1.10 km |
| Firozpur | North | 1.22 km |
| Bhethra Madho | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Sadrawan | East | 1.82 km |
| Kandaura | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Dariapur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Mubarakpur Khurd | North | 2.01 km |
| Bajwapur | North | 2.14 km |
| Ghurehta | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Behma | West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tursena
Tursena 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 Mahmudabad Avadh, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sitapur to Tursena is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tursena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tursena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tursena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tursena 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tursena
Where is Tursena located?
Tursena village is located in Mahmudabad Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tursena?
Tursena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tursena?
The pincode of Tursena is 261203.
What is the population of Tursena?
Tursena has a total population of 1,632, including 849 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Tursena?
There are 316 households in Tursena.
What is the literacy rate in Tursena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tursena is 53.19%. Male literacy is 60.19% and female literacy is 45.59%.