Turkpura - Bhind
Turkpura is a village situated in the Bhind tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhind, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gopalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkpura is 452936. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.18 hectares and falls under the 477001 pincode. Bhind is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Turkpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ater Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkpura
According to the 2011 Census, Turkpura village had a total population of 249 people, including 133 males and 116 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.85%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 53.47%.
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 | 249 | 133 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 104 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 29 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Turkpura
Turkpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Turkpura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Turkpura. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Turkpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bhind to Turkpura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turkpura
Where is Turkpura located?
Turkpura village is located in Bhind Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkpura is Gopalpura.
What is the pincode of Turkpura?
The pincode of Turkpura is 477001.
What is the population of Turkpura?
Turkpura had a total population of 249, including 133 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Turkpura?
Turkpura had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkpura was 70.85%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 53.47%.