Turuvanur
Turuvanur is a village located in Chitradurga taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from Chitradurga, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Turuvanur village. As per 2009 stats, Turuvanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Turuvanur has its own place in the vibrant Chitradurga 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 Turuvanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turuvanur is 605496. The village spans a total geographical area of 4139.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577517. Chitradurga is nearest town to Turuvanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Turuvanur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Challakere Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Turuvanur
Population of Turuvanur
Below is a concise population overview of Turuvanur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,660 | 3,396 | 3,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 334 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,757 | 912 | 845 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 643 | 318 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 4,426 | 2,462 | 1,964 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,234 | 934 | 1,300 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turuvanur village:
- The total population of Turuvanur village is around 6,660, including approximately 3,396 males and 3,264 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 602 children aged 0–6 years in Turuvanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turuvanur village has 1,757 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 643 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turuvanur village is about 66.46%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 60.17%.
- There are around 1,455 households in Turuvanur village.
Connectivity of Turuvanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turuvanur. As per the 2011 stats, Turuvanur 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 Turuvanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Turuvanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turuvanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turuvanur
- Where is Turuvanur located?
- Turuvanur village is situated in Chitradurga Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turuvanur?
- Turuvanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turuvanur?
- The pincode of Turuvanur is 577517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turuvanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turuvanur is 6,660, with 3,396 males and 3,264 females.
- How many households are there in Turuvanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turuvanur village has a total of 1,455 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turuvanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turuvanur is 66.46%. The male literacy rate is 72.50%, while the female literacy rate is 60.17%.