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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkia
As per Census 2011, Turkia village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 137 males and 148 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 137 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| 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 has a total population of 285, including 137 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Turkia?
There are 59 households in Turkia.
What is the literacy rate in Turkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkia is 54.04%. Male literacy is 63.50% and female literacy is 45.27%.