Turkal
Turkal is a village located in Bangana tehsil of Una district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 47km away from district headquarter Bangana. Bangana is the sub-district headquarter of Turkal village. As per 2009 stats, Budhan is the gram panchayat of Turkal village.
Here you can discover what makes Turkal unique in its vibrant Bangana-Una region. You’ll see Turkal’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 Turkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkal is 018685. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174308. Una is nearest town to Turkal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Turkal
Population of Turkal
According to the 2011 Census, Turkal has a total population of about 231, with approximately 99 males and 132 females. The sex ratio is around 1333 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.19%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 75.00%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 99 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 176 | 77 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Connectivity of Turkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkal. As per the 2011 stats, Turkal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Turkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkal
- Where is Turkal located?
- Turkal village is situated in Bangana Tehsil, within the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turkal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turkal is Budhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turkal?
- The pincode of Turkal is 174308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkal is 231, with 99 males and 132 females.
- How many households are there in Turkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turkal village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkal is 76.19%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 75.00%.