Turanga
Turanga is a village located in Pusour tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Pusaur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Turanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Turanga has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Turanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turanga is 435134. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491885. Pusaur is nearest town to Turanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
As per 2019 stats, Turanga village comes under Raigarh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Turanga
Population of Turanga
Below is a concise population overview of Turanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,100 | 562 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 462 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 100 | 187 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turanga village:
- The total population of Turanga village is around 1,100, including approximately 562 males and 538 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Turanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turanga village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 301 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turanga village is about 73.91%, with male literacy at 82.21% and female literacy at 65.24%.
- There are around 273 households in Turanga village.
Connectivity of Turanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turanga. As per the 2011 stats, Turanga 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Turanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turanga
- Where is Turanga located?
- Turanga village is situated in Pusour Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turanga?
- Turanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turanga?
- The pincode of Turanga is 491885, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turanga is 1,100, with 562 males and 538 females.
- How many households are there in Turanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turanga village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turanga is 73.91%. The male literacy rate is 82.21%, while the female literacy rate is 65.24%.