Turuvekere (Rural) - Turuvekere, Tumakuru
Turuvekere (Rural) is a village situated in the Turuvekere taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from Turuvekere and around 71 km from Tumkur. Kodigehalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turuvekere (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turuvekere (Rural) is 612245. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.38 hectares and falls under the 572227 pincode. Turuvekere is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Turuvekere (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Turuvekere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turuvekere (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Turuvekere (Rural) village has a total population of 2,576 people, consisting of 1,293 males and 1,283 females. The village has 620 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,938 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turuvekere (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,576 | 1,293 | 1,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 121 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,041 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 252 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Turuvekere (Rural)
Turuvekere (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sulekere | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Aralikere | East | 1.57 km |
| Kodigehalli | West | 2.19 km |
| Abalakatte | South | 2.34 km |
| Sangalapura | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Bediswaste | North | 2.74 km |
| Turuvekere Amanikere | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Gondi | North-West | 2.95 km |
| T.hosahalli | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Devihalli | South-West | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turuvekere (Rural)
Public transport in the Turuvekere (Rural) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aralaguppe, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Turuvekere to Turuvekere (Rural) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Turuvekere (Rural) is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turuvekere (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turuvekere (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turuvekere (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turuvekere (Rural) 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turuvekere (Rural)
Where is Turuvekere (Rural) located?
Turuvekere (Rural) village is located in Turuvekere Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turuvekere (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Turuvekere (Rural) is Kodigehalli.
What is the pincode of Turuvekere (Rural)?
The pincode of Turuvekere (Rural) is 572227.
What is the population of Turuvekere (Rural)?
Turuvekere (Rural) has a total population of 2,576, including 1,293 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Turuvekere (Rural)?
There are 620 households in Turuvekere (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Turuvekere (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turuvekere (Rural) is 75.23%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 69.91%.