Turka

Turka is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mohanpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Rarhia is the gram panchayat of Turka village.

Turka has its own place in the vibrant Deoghar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Turka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turka is 353337. The village spans a total geographical area of 82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814113. Deoghar is nearest town to Turka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Turka

Below is a concise population overview of Turka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 192 114 78
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 25 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 25 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 88 56 32
Illiterate Population 104 58 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turka village:

  • The total population of Turka village is around 192, including approximately 114 males and 78 females, with a sex ratio of 684 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Turka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Turka village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Turka village is about 45.83%, with male literacy at 49.12% and female literacy at 41.03%.
  • There are around 30 households in Turka village.

Connectivity of Turka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turka. As per the 2011 stats, Turka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Turka

Knowing the nearby villages of Turka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turka.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Turka

Where is Turka located?
Turka village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turka?
The Gram Panchayat of Turka is Rarhia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Turka?
The pincode of Turka is 814113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Turka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turka is 192, with 114 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Turka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turka village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turka is 45.83%. The male literacy rate is 49.12%, while the female literacy rate is 41.03%.