Turka

Turka is a village located in Masalia subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Masalia (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Ranighaghar is the gram panchayat of Turka village.

Turka has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 372023. The village spans a total geographical area of 235.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Masalia 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 680 345 335
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 60 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 672 342 330
Literate Population 263 168 95
Illiterate Population 417 177 240

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

  • The total population of Turka village is around 680, including approximately 345 males and 335 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Turka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Turka village has 672 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Turka village is about 38.68%, with male literacy at 48.70% and female literacy at 28.36%.
  • There are around 156 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.

Latabani Baskutia Kenddangal Bubudi Ranighaghar Paharpur Amgachhi Bikrampur Beharabank Haripur Pokharia

Frequently Asked Questions about Turka

Where is Turka located?
Turka village is situated in Masalia Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turka?
The Gram Panchayat of Turka is Ranighaghar (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 814146, 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 680, with 345 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Turka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turka village has a total of 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turka is 38.68%. The male literacy rate is 48.70%, while the female literacy rate is 28.36%.