Turkha - Botad
Turkha is a village situated in the Botad taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Botad and around 110 km from Bhavnagar. Turkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkha is 516029. The village covers a total geographical area of 4962.88 hectares and falls under the 364710 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Turkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkha
As per Census 2011, Turkha village has a total population of 5,889 people, consisting of 2,958 males and 2,931 females. The village has 1,199 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 783 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,479 literate and 2,410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 931 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,889 | 2,958 | 2,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 783 | 404 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 931 | 437 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,479 | 1,957 | 1,522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,410 | 1,001 | 1,409 |
Nearby Villages of Turkha
Turkha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Turkha
Turkha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Turkha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Botad to Turkha is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Turkha is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turkha
Where is Turkha located?
Turkha village is located in Botad Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkha?
Turkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turkha?
The pincode of Turkha is 364710.
What is the population of Turkha?
Turkha has a total population of 5,889, including 2,958 males and 2,931 females.
How many households are there in Turkha?
There are 1,199 households in Turkha.
What is the literacy rate in Turkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkha is 59.08%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 51.93%.