Tushphela - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Tushphela is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tushphela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tushphela is 338825. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.77 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town.
Tushphela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tushphela
According to the 2011 Census, Tushphela village had a total population of 113 people, including 60 males and 53 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 68.18%.
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 | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 48 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Tushphela
Tushphela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagaldoba | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Raygarh | West | 1.39 km |
| Dubrusol | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Chunpara | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Chuasol | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Chakajharia | West | 2.03 km |
| Lalua | East | 2.11 km |
| Kenduyaganti | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Kushtara | North | 2.14 km |
| Pathra | West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tushphela
Public transport in the Tushphela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Tushphela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tushphela 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 Tushphela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tushphela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tushphela
Where is Tushphela located?
Tushphela village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tushphela?
The Gram Panchayat of Tushphela is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Tushphela?
The pincode of Tushphela is 721147.
What is the population of Tushphela?
Tushphela had a total population of 113, including 60 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Tushphela?
Tushphela had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tushphela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tushphela was 81.25%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 68.18%.