Turma
Turma is a village located in Baloda Bazar tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda Bazar (tehsildar office) and 114km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Turma village is also a gram panchayat.
Turma has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 Turma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turma is 443847. The village spans a total geographical area of 510.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493526. Lawan is nearest town to Turma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Turma
Population of Turma
Below is a concise population overview of Turma 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 | 2,443 | 1,218 | 1,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 186 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 333 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 139 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 826 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 392 | 713 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turma village:
- The total population of Turma village is around 2,443, including approximately 1,218 males and 1,225 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 375 children aged 0–6 years in Turma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turma village has 647 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 295 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turma village is about 54.77%, with male literacy at 67.82% and female literacy at 41.80%.
- There are around 501 households in Turma village.
Connectivity of Turma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turma. As per the 2011 stats, Turma 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 Turma
Knowing the nearby villages of Turma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turma
- Where is Turma located?
- Turma village is situated in Baloda Bazar Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turma?
- Turma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turma?
- The pincode of Turma is 493526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turma is 2,443, with 1,218 males and 1,225 females.
- How many households are there in Turma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turma village has a total of 501 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turma is 54.77%. The male literacy rate is 67.82%, while the female literacy rate is 41.80%.