Turki Gosai - Amarpatan, Maihar
Turki Gosai is a village situated in the Amarpatan tehsil of Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Amarpatan and around 60 km from Satna. Bigoudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turki Gosai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turki Gosai is 464374. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.27 hectares and falls under the 485778 pincode. Amarpatan is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Turki Gosai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amarpatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turki Gosai
According to the 2011 Census, Turki Gosai village had a total population of 668 people, including 341 males and 327 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.85%, with male literacy at 80.71% and female literacy at 58.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 668 | 341 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 30 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 92 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 251 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 90 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Turki Gosai
Turki Gosai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Podi Khurd | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Turki Manmohan | East | 1.08 km |
| Sannehi Bodhali | East | 1.73 km |
| Dhatua | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Sannehi Bada Tola | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Dhatui | West | 2.02 km |
| Badarkha | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Bigaudi | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Khadgada | South | 2.52 km |
| Podi Kalan | South | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turki Gosai
Turki Gosai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Turki Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amarpatan to Turki Gosai is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Turki Gosai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turki Gosai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turki Gosai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turki Gosai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turki Gosai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turki Gosai
Where is Turki Gosai located?
Turki Gosai village is located in Amarpatan Tehsil, Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turki Gosai?
The Gram Panchayat of Turki Gosai is Bigoudi.
What is the pincode of Turki Gosai?
The pincode of Turki Gosai is 485778.
What is the population of Turki Gosai?
Turki Gosai had a total population of 668, including 341 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Turki Gosai?
Turki Gosai had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turki Gosai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turki Gosai was 69.85%. Male literacy was 80.71% and female literacy was 58.04%.