Turkia - Dandari, Begusarai
Turkia is a village situated in the Dandari subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dandari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Katarmala North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkia is 238255. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 851211 pincode. Baliya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Turkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkia
According to the 2011 Census, Turkia village had a total population of 285 people, including 137 males and 148 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.68%, with male literacy at 79.82% and female literacy at 59.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 285 | 137 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 87 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Turkia
Turkia 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 Turkia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Turkia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Turkia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baliya to Turkia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Begusarai to Turkia is about 25 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 Turkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Turkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkia 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 Turkia
Where is Turkia located?
Turkia village is located in Dandari Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkia is Katarmala North.
What is the pincode of Turkia?
The pincode of Turkia is 851211.
What is the population of Turkia?
Turkia had a total population of 285, including 137 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Turkia?
Turkia had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkia was 69.68%. Male literacy was 79.82% and female literacy was 59.82%.