Turgla - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Turgla is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Akhnoor and around 56 km from Jammu. Chowki serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Turgla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turgla is 005429. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.5 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Turgla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turgla
According to the 2011 Census, Turgla village had a total population of 269 people, including 144 males and 125 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.17%, with male literacy at 83.62% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 144 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 28 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 97 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 47 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Turgla
Turgla 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 Turgla
Turgla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akhnoor to Turgla is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Turgla is about 56 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 Turgla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turgla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turgla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turgla 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 Turgla
Where is Turgla located?
Turgla village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Turgla?
The Halqa Panchayat of Turgla is Chowki.
What is the pincode of Turgla?
The pincode of Turgla is 181201.
What is the population of Turgla?
Turgla had a total population of 269, including 144 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Turgla?
Turgla had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turgla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turgla was 72.17%. Male literacy was 83.62% and female literacy was 60.53%.