Turkauliya - Turkaulia, Purbi Champaran
Turkauliya is a village situated in the Turkaulia subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from Turkaulia and around 10 km from Motihari. Turkaulia West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkauliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkauliya is 218007. The village covers a total geographical area of 1881 hectares and falls under the 845437 pincode. Motihari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Turkauliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkauliya
As per Census 2011, Turkauliya village has a total population of 29,704 people, consisting of 15,583 males and 14,121 females. The village has 6,118 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 5,877 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,123 literate and 17,581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,807 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkauliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,704 | 15,583 | 14,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,877 | 3,126 | 2,751 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,807 | 1,964 | 1,843 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 12,123 | 7,365 | 4,758 |
| Illiterate Population | 17,581 | 8,218 | 9,363 |
Nearby Villages of Turkauliya
Turkauliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parasrampur | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Sariswa | West | 2.62 km |
| Sankar Saraiya | East | 2.74 km |
| Belahi | North | 3.16 km |
| Auraiya | West | 3.76 km |
| Madhopur | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Parsauna | East | 3.89 km |
| Chargaha | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Madhumalat | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Murarpur | West | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkauliya
Turkauliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Motihari Court, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Motihari to Turkauliya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkauliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkauliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turkauliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkauliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turkauliya
Where is Turkauliya located?
Turkauliya village is located in Turkaulia Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkauliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkauliya is Turkaulia West.
What is the pincode of Turkauliya?
The pincode of Turkauliya is 845437.
What is the population of Turkauliya?
Turkauliya has a total population of 29,704, including 15,583 males and 14,121 females.
How many households are there in Turkauliya?
There are 6,118 households in Turkauliya.
What is the literacy rate in Turkauliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkauliya is 40.81%. Male literacy is 47.26% and female literacy is 33.69%.