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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Tursail village had a total population of 406 people, including 203 males and 203 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.24%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 68.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 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 had a total population of 406, including 203 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Tursail?
Tursail had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tursail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tursail was 73.24%. Male literacy was 78.07% and female literacy was 68.31%.