Turkaulia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Turkaulia is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mahui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkaulia is 216326. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Turkaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkaulia
As per Census 2011, Turkaulia village has a total population of 1,694 people, consisting of 865 males and 829 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 933 literate and 761 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 923 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 865 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 165 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 169 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 923 | 479 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 592 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 273 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Turkaulia
Turkaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bengra | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Phulkaul | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Shajahanpur | East | 2.10 km |
| Itwa | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Gidha | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Meghwal | West | 3.11 km |
| Gujra Motihari | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Mathiya | West | 3.18 km |
| Sohsa | South | 3.26 km |
| Dubauliya | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkaulia
Turkaulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amolwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Narkatiyaganj to Turkaulia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Turkaulia is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkaulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turkaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkaulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turkaulia
Where is Turkaulia located?
Turkaulia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkaulia is Mahui.
What is the pincode of Turkaulia?
The pincode of Turkaulia is 845455.
What is the population of Turkaulia?
Turkaulia has a total population of 1,694, including 865 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Turkaulia?
There are 279 households in Turkaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Turkaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkaulia is 55.08%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 41.13%.