Tursail - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Tursail is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.1 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gopalbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tursail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tursail is 311302. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.54 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tursail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tursail
As per Census 2011, Tursail village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 203 males and 203 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tursail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 203 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 57 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Tursail
Tursail 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 Tursail
Tursail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tursail.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Tursail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Tursail is about 12.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tursail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tursail 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 Tursail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tursail 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tursail
Where is Tursail located?
Tursail village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tursail?
The Gram Panchayat of Tursail is Gopalbati.
What is the pincode of Tursail?
The pincode of Tursail is 733145.
What is the population of Tursail?
Tursail has a total population of 406, including 203 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Tursail?
There are 96 households in Tursail.
What is the literacy rate in Tursail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tursail is 66.75%. Male literacy is 71.92% and female literacy is 61.58%.