Turnal - Khategaon, Dewas
Turnal is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Murzal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turnal is 474343. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.15 hectares and falls under the 455339 pincode. Harda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Turnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turnal
As per Census 2011, Turnal village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 174 males and 138 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 793 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 174 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 115 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 59 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Turnal
Turnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daiyat | East | 2.17 km |
| Murjhal | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Kundgaon Khurd | West | 2.41 km |
| Bhamori | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Akawalya | North | 3.03 km |
| Handia | South | 3.22 km |
| Bagrul | South | 3.59 km |
| Kundgaon Buzurg | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Pipalyaghagharya | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Khedi Neema | East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turnal
Turnal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Harda to Turnal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Turnal is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turnal 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 Turnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turnal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Turnal
Where is Turnal located?
Turnal village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Turnal is Murzal.
What is the pincode of Turnal?
The pincode of Turnal is 455339.
What is the population of Turnal?
Turnal has a total population of 312, including 174 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Turnal?
There are 87 households in Turnal.
What is the literacy rate in Turnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turnal is 56.41%. Male literacy is 66.09% and female literacy is 44.20%.