Turkital - Gunnor, Panna
Turkital is a village situated in the Gunnor tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunnor and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Malhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkital village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkital is 459014. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.06 hectares and falls under the 488333 pincode. Panna is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Turkital village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkital
As per Census 2011, Turkital village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 171 males and 127 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 742 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkital are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 171 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 39 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 81 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 105 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 66 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Turkital
Turkital 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhara Khurd | East | 1.04 km |
| Simri Bahadursingh | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Majhara Kalan | East | 1.60 km |
| Kartaha | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Malhan | North | 2.04 km |
| Bachharwara | West | 2.45 km |
| Jogiya | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Kathwariya | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Runehi | East | 2.90 km |
| Bamhaur | South-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkital
Turkital is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Unchhera, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Panna to Turkital is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkital 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 Turkital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkital 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 Turkital
Where is Turkital located?
Turkital village is located in Gunnor Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkital?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkital is Malhan.
What is the pincode of Turkital?
The pincode of Turkital is 488333.
What is the population of Turkital?
Turkital has a total population of 298, including 171 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Turkital?
There are 62 households in Turkital.
What is the literacy rate in Turkital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkital is 55.70%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 48.03%.