Turer - Bhandaria, Garhwa
Turer is a village situated in the Bhandaria subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandaria and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Tehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turer is 348011. The village covers a total geographical area of 687 hectares and falls under the 822111 pincode. Gadhwa is the nearest town.
Turer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daltonganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palamau Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turer
According to the 2011 Census, Turer village had a total population of 312 people, including 167 males and 145 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.23%, with male literacy at 72.58% and female literacy at 44.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 310.
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 | 312 | 167 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 166 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 90 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 77 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Turer
Turer is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumera | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Polpol | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Kudgara | East | 2.53 km |
| Saneya | North | 3.73 km |
| Khura | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Latu | East | 4.78 km |
| Chemo | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Chapiya | West | 5.17 km |
| Chunchuna | South | 5.80 km |
| Kutku | North | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turer
Turer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barwadih Jn, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Turer is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Turer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turer 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turer
Where is Turer located?
Turer village is located in Bhandaria Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turer?
The Gram Panchayat of Turer is Tehri.
What is the pincode of Turer?
The pincode of Turer is 822111.
What is the population of Turer?
Turer had a total population of 312, including 167 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Turer?
Turer had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turer was 59.23%. Male literacy was 72.58% and female literacy was 44.04%.