Turkban - Pakribarawan, Nawada
Turkban is a village situated in the Pakribarawan subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakribarawan and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Dhamaul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkban is 257724. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 805124 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Turkban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkban
According to the 2011 Census, Turkban village had a total population of 2,158 people, including 1,137 males and 1,021 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.76%, with male literacy at 63.57% and female literacy at 38.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 651.
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 | 2,158 | 1,137 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 234 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 361 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 896 | 574 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,262 | 563 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Turkban
Turkban is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamaul | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Parariya | West | 1.06 km |
| Arha | South | 1.29 km |
| Jamhariya | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Anjunar | East | 2.02 km |
| Bela | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Nejai | East | 2.06 km |
| Jakhaur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Rewar | North | 2.20 km |
| Dhonrah | North-West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkban
Turkban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dergaon Halt, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Turkban is about 38 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 Turkban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Turkban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turkban
Where is Turkban located?
Turkban village is located in Pakribarawan Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turkban?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkban is Dhamaul.
What is the pincode of Turkban?
The pincode of Turkban is 805124.
What is the population of Turkban?
Turkban had a total population of 2,158, including 1,137 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Turkban?
Turkban had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkban was 51.76%. Male literacy was 63.57% and female literacy was 38.89%.