Tusrera - Pankhu, Pithoragarh
Tusrera is a village situated in the Pankhu tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Berinag and around 70 km from Pithoragarh. Dasoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tusrera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tusrera is 049578. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.54 hectares and falls under the 262533 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tusrera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tusrera
According to the 2011 Census, Tusrera village had a total population of 35 people, including 20 males and 15 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.42%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 69.23%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Tusrera
Tusrera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tusrera
Tusrera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Tusrera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tusrera is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tusrera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tusrera 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 Tusrera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tusrera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tusrera
Where is Tusrera located?
Tusrera village is located in Pankhu Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tusrera?
The Gram Panchayat of Tusrera is Dasoli.
What is the pincode of Tusrera?
The pincode of Tusrera is 262533.
What is the population of Tusrera?
Tusrera had a total population of 35, including 20 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Tusrera?
Tusrera had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tusrera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tusrera was 77.42%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 69.23%.