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
As per Census 2011, Tushphela village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 60 males and 53 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 35 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tushphela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 113, including 60 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Tushphela?
There are 26 households in Tushphela.
What is the literacy rate in Tushphela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tushphela is 69.03%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 56.60%.