Turna - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Turna is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Turna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turna is 433096. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.85 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Turna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turna
As per Census 2011, Turna village has a total population of 1,878 people, consisting of 969 males and 909 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 899 literate and 979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 810 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turna are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Turna
Turna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tunguri | South | 1.76 km |
| Belkharikha | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Malgawan Kalan | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Amdala | West | 2.67 km |
| Irgawan | North | 2.83 km |
| Bhalu Kachhar | East | 3.16 km |
| Amalbhiti | North | 3.17 km |
| Chando | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kusu | South | 3.91 km |
| Jaipur | North-East | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turna
Turna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.4 km.
| 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 Lakhanpur to Turna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Turna is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Turna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turna
Where is Turna located?
Turna village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turna?
Turna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turna?
The pincode of Turna is 497116.
What is the population of Turna?
Turna has a total population of 1,878, including 969 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Turna?
There are 451 households in Turna.
What is the literacy rate in Turna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turna is 47.87%. Male literacy is 56.66% and female literacy is 38.50%.