Turkaul - Sandesh, Bhojpur
Turkaul is a village situated in the Sandesh subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandesh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Sandesh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkaul is 246980. The village covers a total geographical area of 458 hectares and falls under the 802164 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Turkaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkaul
According to the 2011 Census, Turkaul village had a total population of 3,817 people, including 2,066 males and 1,751 females, living in 591 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.78%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 55.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335.
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 | 3,817 | 2,066 | 1,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 663 | 352 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 193 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,201 | 1,396 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,616 | 670 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Turkaul
Turkaul 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 Turkaul
Turkaul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arrah to Turkaul 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 Turkaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Turkaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turkaul
Where is Turkaul located?
Turkaul village is located in Sandesh Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turkaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkaul is Sandesh.
What is the pincode of Turkaul?
The pincode of Turkaul is 802164.
What is the population of Turkaul?
Turkaul had a total population of 3,817, including 2,066 males and 1,751 females.
How many households are there in Turkaul?
Turkaul had 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkaul was 69.78%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 55.90%.