Turkda - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Turkda is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Turkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkda is 007585. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.43 hectares and falls under the 176302 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Turkda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkda
As per Census 2011, Turkda village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 144 males and 147 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 91 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 53 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Turkda
Turkda 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 Turkda
Turkda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Turkda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turkda
Where is Turkda located?
Turkda village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkda?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkda is Turkara.
What is the pincode of Turkda?
The pincode of Turkda is 176302.
What is the population of Turkda?
Turkda has a total population of 291, including 144 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Turkda?
There are 60 households in Turkda.
What is the literacy rate in Turkda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkda is 54.64%. Male literacy is 63.19% and female literacy is 46.26%.