Turuk Telpa - Sonbhadra Banshi Suryapur, Arwal
Turuk Telpa is a village situated in the Sonbhadra Banshi Suryapur subdivision of Arwal district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbhadra Banshi Suryapur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arwal. Mali Panchayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turuk Telpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turuk Telpa is 260832. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 804423 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Turuk Telpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turuk Telpa
As per Census 2011, Turuk Telpa village has a total population of 2,601 people, consisting of 1,374 males and 1,227 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,593 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turuk Telpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,601 | 1,374 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 222 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 316 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,593 | 959 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 415 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Turuk Telpa
Turuk Telpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moglapur | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Akraunja Chak | West | 1.40 km |
| Belaura | South | 1.47 km |
| Akranga | West | 1.82 km |
| Koni | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Mali | North | 2.36 km |
| Zindapur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Bansi Surajpur | East | 2.41 km |
| Saidrampur | South | 2.46 km |
| Upahra | South-West | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turuk Telpa
Turuk Telpa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barabar Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Turuk Telpa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turuk Telpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turuk Telpa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turuk Telpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turuk Telpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turuk Telpa
Where is Turuk Telpa located?
Turuk Telpa village is located in Sonbhadra Banshi Suryapur Subdivision, Arwal district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turuk Telpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Turuk Telpa is Mali Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turuk Telpa?
The pincode of Turuk Telpa is 804423.
What is the population of Turuk Telpa?
Turuk Telpa has a total population of 2,601, including 1,374 males and 1,227 females.
How many households are there in Turuk Telpa?
There are 362 households in Turuk Telpa.
What is the literacy rate in Turuk Telpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turuk Telpa is 61.25%. Male literacy is 69.80% and female literacy is 51.67%.