Turka - MAUGANJ
Turka is a village situated in the Mauganj tehsil of MAUGANJ district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Mauganj and around 50 km from Rewa. Ghughuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turka is 466431. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.02 hectares and falls under the 486331 pincode. Rewa is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Turka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turka
According to the 2011 Census, Turka village had a total population of 204 people, including 110 males and 94 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.67%, with male literacy at 95.15% and female literacy at 85.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 204 | 110 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Turka
Turka 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 Turka
Public transport in the Turka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Turka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rewa to Turka is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turka
Where is Turka located?
Turka village is located in Mauganj Tehsil, MAUGANJ district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turka?
The Gram Panchayat of Turka is Ghughuri.
What is the pincode of Turka?
The pincode of Turka is 486331.
What is the population of Turka?
Turka had a total population of 204, including 110 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Turka?
Turka had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turka was 90.67%. Male literacy was 95.15% and female literacy was 85.56%.