Turua Ama - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Turua Ama is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Pakergaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turua Ama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turua Ama is 434254. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.08 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Turua Ama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turua Ama
According to the 2011 Census, Turua Ama village had a total population of 494 people, including 253 males and 241 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.45%, with male literacy at 70.43% and female literacy at 49.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
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 | 494 | 253 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 162 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 91 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Turua Ama
Turua Ama 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 Turua Ama
Turua Ama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pathalgaon to Turua Ama is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Turua Ama is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turua Ama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turua Ama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Turua Ama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turua Ama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Turua Ama
Where is Turua Ama located?
Turua Ama village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turua Ama?
The Gram Panchayat of Turua Ama is Pakergaon.
What is the pincode of Turua Ama?
The pincode of Turua Ama is 496118.
What is the population of Turua Ama?
Turua Ama had a total population of 494, including 253 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Turua Ama?
Turua Ama had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turua Ama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turua Ama was 60.45%. Male literacy was 70.43% and female literacy was 49.52%.