Turkha
Turkha is a village located in Botad taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Botad (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Turkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Turkha unique in its vibrant Botad-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Turkha’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 Turkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkha is 516029. The village spans a total geographical area of 4962.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364710. Botad is nearest town to Turkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Turkha
Population of Turkha
According to the 2011 Census, Turkha has a total population of about 5,889, with approximately 2,958 males and 2,931 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 783 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 931 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.08%, with male literacy at about 66.16% and female literacy near 51.93%. There are around 1,199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,479 | 1,957 | 1,522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,410 | 1,001 | 1,409 |
Connectivity of Turkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkha. As per the 2011 stats, Turkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Turkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkha
- Where is Turkha located?
- Turkha village is situated in Botad Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turkha?
- Turkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turkha?
- The pincode of Turkha is 364710, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkha is 5,889, with 2,958 males and 2,931 females.
- How many households are there in Turkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turkha village has a total of 1,199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkha is 59.08%. The male literacy rate is 66.16%, while the female literacy rate is 51.93%.