Turna
Turna is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Turna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Turna unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Turna’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 Turna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turna is 433096. The village spans a total geographical area of 556.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Turna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Turna
Population of Turna
According to the 2011 Census, Turna has a total population of about 1,878, with approximately 969 males and 909 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 342 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 810. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.87%, with male literacy at about 56.66% and female literacy near 38.50%. There are around 451 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,878 | 969 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 129 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 183 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 810 | 419 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 549 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 420 | 559 |
Connectivity of Turna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turna. As per the 2011 stats, Turna 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turna
Knowing the nearby villages of Turna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turna
- Where is Turna located?
- Turna village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turna?
- Turna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turna?
- The pincode of Turna is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turna is 1,878, with 969 males and 909 females.
- How many households are there in Turna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turna village has a total of 451 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turna is 47.87%. The male literacy rate is 56.66%, while the female literacy rate is 38.50%.