Turi Khurd - Bodh Gaya, Gaya
Turi Khurd is a village situated in the Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodh Gaya and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Shekhwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turi Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turi Khurd is 256571. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 824231 pincode. Bodh Gaya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Turi Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barachatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turi Khurd
As per Census 2011, Turi Khurd village has a total population of 668 people, consisting of 325 males and 343 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 575 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turi Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 325 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 575 | 284 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 114 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 211 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Turi Khurd
Turi Khurd 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 Turi Khurd
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodh Gaya to Turi Khurd is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Turi Khurd is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Turi Khurd
Where is Turi Khurd located?
Turi Khurd village is located in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turi Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Turi Khurd is Shekhwara.
What is the pincode of Turi Khurd?
The pincode of Turi Khurd is 824231.
What is the population of Turi Khurd?
Turi Khurd has a total population of 668, including 325 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Turi Khurd?
There are 129 households in Turi Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Turi Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turi Khurd is 26.80%. Male literacy is 35.08% and female literacy is 18.95%.