Turialaga - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Turialaga is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Mendarbahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turialaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turialaga is 434205. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.55 hectares and falls under the 496242 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Turialaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turialaga
According to the 2011 Census, Turialaga village had a total population of 201 people, including 97 males and 104 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.41%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 201 | 97 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 92 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 30 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Turialaga
Turialaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mendarbahar | East | 1.97 km |
| Bhagora | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Mundadih | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Pharsabahar | North | 3.25 km |
| Birhipani | West | 3.55 km |
| Baro | South | 3.91 km |
| Bokhi | West | 4.08 km |
| Pagurabahar | East | 4.60 km |
| Lakarghara | West | 5.01 km |
| Kandaibahar | North-East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turialaga
Turialaga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kunkuri to Turialaga is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Turialaga is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turialaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turialaga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turialaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turialaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turialaga
Where is Turialaga located?
Turialaga village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turialaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Turialaga is Mendarbahar.
What is the pincode of Turialaga?
The pincode of Turialaga is 496242.
What is the population of Turialaga?
Turialaga had a total population of 201, including 97 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Turialaga?
Turialaga had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turialaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turialaga was 70.41%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 61.18%.