Turkaul

Turkaul is a village located in Sandesh subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Sandesh (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Sandesh is the gram panchayat of Turkaul village.

Turkaul has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Turkaul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkaul is 246980. The village spans a total geographical area of 458 hectares. Arrah is nearest town to Turkaul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Turkaul

Below is a concise population overview of Turkaul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,817 2,066 1,751
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 663 352 311
Scheduled Castes (SC) 335 193 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,201 1,396 805
Illiterate Population 1,616 670 946

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turkaul village:

  • The total population of Turkaul village is around 3,817, including approximately 2,066 males and 1,751 females, with a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 663 children aged 0–6 years in Turkaul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Turkaul village has 335 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Turkaul village is about 57.66%, with male literacy at 67.57% and female literacy at 45.97%.
  • There are around 591 households in Turkaul village.

Connectivity of Turkaul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkaul. As per the 2011 stats, Turkaul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Turkaul

Knowing the nearby villages of Turkaul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkaul.

Lodipur Narainpur Nansagar Nasratpur Chilhauns Jansara Ahpura Salempur Sandesh Panpura Kanharpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Turkaul

Where is Turkaul located?
Turkaul village is situated in Sandesh Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkaul is Sandesh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Turkaul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkaul is 3,817, with 2,066 males and 1,751 females.
How many households are there in Turkaul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turkaul village has a total of 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkaul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkaul is 57.66%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 45.97%.