Turijhar
Turijhar is a village located in Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Bagbahara (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Dokarpali is the gram panchayat of Turijhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Turijhar unique in its vibrant Bagbahra-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Turijhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Turijhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turijhar is 446713. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491885. Bagbahara is nearest town to Turijhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Turijhar
Population of Turijhar
According to the 2011 Census, Turijhar has a total population of about 862, with approximately 434 males and 428 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 218. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.37%, with male literacy at about 72.81% and female literacy near 49.77%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turijhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 434 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 102 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 316 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 118 | 215 |
Connectivity of Turijhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turijhar. As per the 2011 stats, Turijhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turijhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Turijhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turijhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turijhar
- Where is Turijhar located?
- Turijhar village is situated in Bagbahra Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turijhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turijhar is Dokarpali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turijhar?
- The pincode of Turijhar is 491885, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turijhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turijhar is 862, with 434 males and 428 females.
- How many households are there in Turijhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turijhar village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turijhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turijhar is 61.37%. The male literacy rate is 72.81%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.