Tausia - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Tausia is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 42.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dakshingram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tausia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tausia is 316616. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.95 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tausia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tausia
As per Census 2011, Tausia village has a total population of 1,103 people, consisting of 557 males and 546 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 811 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tausia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,103 | 557 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 219 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 461 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 96 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Tausia
Tausia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakhuria | East | 1.17 km |
| Uttar Bhagabatipur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Mathbahara | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Shibgram | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Bhudharpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Akuni | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Arjuni | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Sipura | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Tilpara | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Chhamna | South | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tausia
Tausia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sainthia to Tausia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Tausia is about 42.7 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 Tausia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tausia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tausia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tausia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tausia
Where is Tausia located?
Tausia village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tausia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tausia is Dakshingram.
What is the pincode of Tausia?
The pincode of Tausia is 731216.
What is the population of Tausia?
Tausia has a total population of 1,103, including 557 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Tausia?
There are 295 households in Tausia.
What is the literacy rate in Tausia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tausia is 73.53%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 64.10%.